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North York Lawyers: Criminal Defence, Wills, Immigration and Real Estate
Our North York office is at 77 Finch Avenue East, Unit #807, near Yonge Street and Finch subway station. It is a short walk from the TTC and close to Highway 401, so clients from North York, Willowdale and the surrounding area can meet us in person by appointment, or by phone or video.
North York is part of the City of Toronto, so criminal charges are laid by the Toronto Police Service and heard in the Toronto courts. We help North York clients with criminal charges, wills and powers of attorney, immigration applications and condo purchases and sales.
How We Help North York Clients
Criminal Defence Lawyer for North York
Impaired driving, over 80 and refusal · Stunt driving and careless driving · Assault and domestic assault
Wills & Powers of Attorney for North York Clients
Wills and mirror wills · Islamic wills · Continuing power of attorney for property
Immigration Lawyer for North York Families
Spousal and family sponsorship · Parent and grandparent super visas · Visitor visa refusals
Real Estate Lawyer for North York
Condo purchases and status certificate review · Freehold purchases and sales · Land transfer tax questions
Criminal Defence Lawyer for North York
North York is part of the City of Toronto and its criminal charges are heard in the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto. Your release document or court notice states the courthouse and whether you can attend by video.
If you are arrested in North York, you can speak to a lawyer before saying anything to police. We review the disclosure, the grounds for the stop or arrest and any Charter issues, and advise on the strongest path: withdrawal, diversion, resolution or trial.
Learn about our criminal defence servicesWe help with:
- Impaired driving, over 80 and refusal
- Stunt driving and careless driving
- Assault and domestic assault
- Theft, shoplifting and fraud
- Drug and weapons offences
- Bail hearings and bail variations
- Youth criminal charges
Wills & Powers of Attorney for North York Clients
The Yonge and Finch area has many condo owners, families and seniors. We prepare wills and powers of attorney, including for adult children arranging documents for an ageing parent.
If you are arranging documents for a parent in North York, the person signing must understand what they are signing, and we meet them to make sure that is clear. We take care with who witnesses, because a gift to a witness or their spouse can be lost. Islamic wills are available, and a simple will with both powers of attorney is $1,000 to $1,500 plus HST and disbursements.
See wills and powers of attorney, with our feesWe help with:
- Wills and mirror wills
- Islamic wills
- Continuing power of attorney for property
- Power of attorney for personal care
- Wills for newcomers with family or property abroad
Immigration Lawyer for North York Families
North York is home to a great many newcomers, students and workers. We help with sponsorship, super visas, study and work permits, permanent residence and refused applications.
North York clients often bring a family-class case or a refusal that needs a fresh look. We read the refusal reasons, identify what was missing, and advise whether to reapply, request reconsideration or go to the Federal Court. We also check whether a past charge or conviction affects admissibility.
Explore our immigration servicesWe help with:
- Spousal and family sponsorship
- Parent and grandparent super visas
- Visitor visa refusals
- Study and work permits
- Permanent residence
- Procedural fairness letters and refusals
- Criminal and medical inadmissibility
Real Estate Lawyer for North York
North York has many condos along the Yonge Street corridor as well as detached homes in Willowdale and Bayview Village. We review agreements and status certificates and close purchases, sales and refinances. Because North York is in Toronto, both Ontario's and Toronto's municipal land transfer taxes apply to a purchase, and we explain this early.
See our real estate servicesWe help with:
- Condo purchases and status certificate review
- Freehold purchases and sales
- Land transfer tax questions
- Mortgage refinancing
- Title transfers
A short walk from Finch station
Our office at 77 Finch Avenue East is near Yonge Street and the Finch subway station, with transit and Highway 401 nearby.
North York charges are Toronto charges
North York is policed by the Toronto Police Service. Court locations in Toronto have changed in recent years, so rely on your release document or court notice for where to attend.
Why North York Clients Choose Our Law Services
An office at Yonge & Finch
Near Finch subway station, by appointment.
Criminal and immigration together
If a charge could affect your status, we look at both from the start.
Your language
We meet clients in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.
Plain-language advice
Clear explanations, and fees confirmed in writing before we start.
What to Expect When You Contact Us
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Call or book online
Reach us at (289) 652-0529 or through our contact form. We respond promptly, and urgent matters such as arrests and IRCC deadlines get priority.
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Consultation
We listen to your situation, review any documents, and explain your options, risks and likely costs in plain language.
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Clear plan & fees
If you retain us, you get a written plan and fee arrangement before work begins, so there are no surprises.
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We handle it
We prepare the filings, deal with the court, IRCC, lenders or the other side, and keep you updated until your matter is complete.
Our Offices
Our Law Services – North York
77 Finch Avenue East, Unit #807, North York, ON M2N 6H8
(289) 652-0529 · Mon–Fri 9–5, by appointment
Get directionsOur Law Services – Toronto (Downtown)
52 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 4A6
(289) 652-0529 · Mon–Fri 9–5, by appointment
Get directionsNorth York office at Yonge and Finch, near the subway. Meetings are by appointment.
Areas We Serve Near North York
- Yonge & Finch
- Willowdale
- North York Centre
- Bayview Village
- Don Mills
- Newtonbrook
- Lansing
- Armour Heights
- York Mills
- Downsview
- Bathurst Manor
- Thornhill (south)
Frequently Asked Questions – North York
Where is your North York office?
77 Finch Avenue East, Unit #807, North York, ON M2N 6H8, near Yonge Street and Finch subway station. Meetings are by appointment; call (289) 652-0529.
Where are North York criminal charges heard?
North York charges are heard in the Toronto courts. Your release document or court notice states the courthouse and whether you can attend by video.
What should I check before buying a North York condo?
Review the status certificate for special assessments, the reserve fund, pending lawsuits and rules on rentals and pets, and confirm that parking and locker units are included in the purchase. We review these documents before your deal goes firm.
Is there a land transfer tax in North York?
Yes. Properties in the City of Toronto are subject to both Ontario's land transfer tax and Toronto's municipal land transfer tax.
Do you handle probate?
No. We prepare wills and powers of attorney but do not offer probate or estate administration.
Do you offer a free consultation?
We offer a free 15-minute phone consultation for criminal and immigration matters. Call (289) 652-0529.
This page provides general legal information, not legal advice, and does not create a lawyer–client relationship. Laws and government programs change, so contact us for advice about your situation. Read our full disclaimer.
Legal Guides for North York Residents
90-Day Licence Suspension After a DUI Charge in Ontario
Before any court date, Ontario drivers charged with certain impaired driving offences face an immediate 90-day licence suspension and a 7-day vehicle impoundment.
Do You Have to Answer Police Questions in Ontario?
In general you can stay silent and ask for a lawyer. But some situations, such as a roadside demand, are different. Here is what Canadian law says in plain language.
Bail Hearing in Ontario: What Happens in the First 24 Hours
After an arrest in Ontario, police must release the person or bring them before a justice within 24 hours. Here is what happens, step by step, and how families can help.
Record Suspension (Pardon) in Canada: Waiting Periods and Eligibility
A record suspension, formerly called a pardon, sets aside a criminal record from public view. Here is who can apply, how long you must wait, and what it does not do.
Can the Victim Drop Assault or Domestic Assault Charges in Ontario?
Many people charged with assault, or whose partner is charged, ask whether the complainant can simply drop the charge. In Ontario the answer is no. Here is who decides and what to do instead.
What Happens If You Miss a Court Date in Ontario?
Missing a criminal court date can lead to a warrant and a new charge. The good news is that it can often be dealt with, but not by waiting.
Talk to a Lawyer About Your North York Matter
Call (289) 652-0529 or book a consultation online. Phone and video meetings are available.
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