Civil Litigation, Contracts, Employment, Human rights and Provincial Offences. We also represent
clients in many other Tribunals, Boards or Commissions as well as provide
Mediation Services.
Civil Litigation, Contracts, Employment, Human rights and Provincial Offences. We also represent
clients in many other Tribunals, Boards or Commissions as well as provide
Mediation Services.
About Choice Paralegal
Choice Paralegal & Mediation Services is located in and proudly serves the Kitchener-Waterloo, area.
We believe that using a paralegal firm should be cost-effective and significantly less expensive than using a traditional law firm. We charge $150 per hour as opposed to lawyers who can charge upwards of $500.00 per hour. In order, to keep costs low as possible we utilize our administrative staff wherever possible who bill at $75.00 per hour. Flat fees and alternate fee services are also available.
Choice Paralegal & Mediation Services specialize in assisting clients with their Small Claims Court, Landlord / Tenant, and Provincial Offenses including Highway Traffic Act matters.
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Please contact us and get a free legal assessment that is specific to your file today!
Mediation
My neighbour and I were cordial for the past few years but since then they have erected a fence that is ugly and may be contrary to the by-laws. I don’t want to escalate this situation; are there any other options to a court proceeding?
Don’t let minor irritations between neighbours, co-workers or friends and family fester and escalate into expensive legal action. Consider an alternate dispute resolution such as mediation. Engaging a professional Mediator will help you resolve the root cause of the friction and at a fraction of the cost of litigation. At the end of the day you still need to ‘live with each other” even after the court case is settled. A court action results in a “Win-Lose” situation. Our impartial and independent mediator’s objective is to facilitate the parties in reaching an agreement that works well for both of you; a “Win-Win” outcome. And, unlike a court proceeding everyone’s privacy and confidentiality are guaranteed!
Small Claims Court
(new limit $35,000):
My contractor messed-up my kitchen renovation; what options do I have? My insurance company denied my auto accident claim; how do I take on the insurance company? I didn’t receive the product/service I asked for, now they’re trying to collect payment; what can I do? My neighbour just installed security cameras and I’m concerned about my privacy; can they do this? My neighbour’s dog just chewed up my garden and the dog barks constantly; what can I do? I want to sue in Small Claims Court but I don’t have the time nor the expertise to move forward; what can I do?
The Small Claims process is intricate and froth with pitfalls for the novice claimant which could result in lost wages and unnecessary expense even before you get to trial. Then there is the time and expense of the actual trial and even if you are granted a judgement, there is still the enforcement aspect. We provide the experience and skill to navigate the entire process to advocate on your behalf.
Landlord Tenant Board (LTB):
My Landlord is threatening to evict me for non-payment (late payment) of rent, can they do that? My Landlord hasn’t fixed my washing machine nor other needed repairs; what can I do? My Landlord is harassing me and withholding vital services; can they do this?
My tenant has caused severe damage to one of my rental units, what can I do? My tenant is several months late with their rent; what can I do? I have received multiple complaints from other tenants regarding inappropriate behaviour by one of my tenants; what can I do?
Every Landlord-Tenant dispute is different and a successful resolution is more involved than just filling out the correct forms. Our professionals know the intricacies of the LTB process and the Residential Tenancies Act. This means we know the Landlord’s legal obligations, and, at the same time know how to provide maximum protection for the Tenant.
Provincial Offences (POA):
I received a traffic ticket for careless driving and in addition to the hefty fine I’m worried about higher insurance premiums, demerit points and the impact on driving record; what is the best way to handle this?
DON’T ignore it, or plead guilty!
Ignoring the problem will only compound your situation and a guilty plea prevents you from taking advantage of other legal options at your disposal. Instead, speak with one of our legal representatives about any of the Highway Traffic Act offences and let us help. Time is not on your side; We Are!
Employment Law
Can my employer call me back to work even if I think the workplace is unsafe due to COVID-19? My employer sent me a letter of termination without paying severance because of lack of work due to COVID-19; can they do that? My employer reduced my hours because of COVID-19; can they do that? My employer wants to re-write my contract; can they do that?
While the workplace has changed, the Employment Standards Act has not. Know your rights.
Hourly Rates
Standard hourly rates are charged for the work performed by any paralegals and law clerks assigned to your case, and for the time spent on your case. Records are kept by us to the nearest one-tenth of an hour for all activity on your case, including conferences, telephone calls, voicemail, e-mail, preparing correspondence and memoranda, preparing opinions, reviewing documents, drafting documents, research, meetings, and travel time. Each hour billed to you is based on actual work completed on your particular case. Our absence from the office on your behalf is charged at the usual hourly rate.
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