Why Hire a Paralegal??
Unlike a Lawyer, a Paralegal fees are more reasonably affordable in providing you the legal services you may need.
Paralegal qualifications include the following:
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- completion of a legal services program accredited by the Law Society of Ontario.
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- successful completion of the Law Society of Ontario's Paralegal Licensing Process.
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- successful completion of the Law Society of Ontario Paralegal's Licensing Examination.
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While lawyers can represent you in all legal matters, paralegals are licensed to provide certain specified services.
A Paralegal Can Represent You In...
- prosecution of provincial offences, including traffic tickets, under the Provincial Offences Act.
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- certain summary conviction criminal charges under the Criminal Code of Canada proceedings in the Ontario Court of Justice.
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- Small Claims Court for civil matters under $35,000.
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- Tribunals, such as the Landlord and Tenant Board or Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.