Christopher G. Rogers, Lawyer & Notary

Frequently asked questions

Can Law Partners handle my home purchase or sale in Guelph?

Yes. The firm does residential purchases, sales, refinances, private mortgages, and title transfers, and it publishes flat fees for standard files. A standard residential purchase runs $1,950, or $1,850 for first-time buyers. Closings can be done in person or remotely, with e-signing where appropriate.

I've been charged with a criminal offence. Will the firm take a Legal Aid certificate?

Yes, for eligible criminal and child protection matters. Apply to Legal Aid Ontario first, get your certificate, then contact the office to confirm it can take your specific file. The firm handles bail hearings, guilty pleas, and trials in the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph and surrounding courts.

Can Law Partners prepare my will and powers of attorney?

Yes. It drafts wills and powers of attorney for property and personal care, and it handles probate and estate administration. A single will starts at $300 and spousal estate planning starts at $500, with more involved plans quoted by scope. There's a secure online questionnaire you can fill out ahead of a meeting.

Does the firm handle separation and divorce?

Yes. It prepares separation agreements, parenting plans, and marriage and cohabitation agreements, deals with child and spousal support and property division, and files uncontested divorces. The approach leans toward resolving matters outside court, including collaborative family law where it fits.

I'm starting a business in Guelph. Can the firm incorporate it?

Yes. It handles Ontario and federal incorporations, with a standard incorporation at a flat $1,500, plus shareholder and partnership agreements, commercial leases, and everyday business contracts for small and mid-sized companies.

Where is Law Partners and when is it open?

The office is at 87 Waterloo Avenue in Guelph, open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with evenings and weekends by appointment. You can reach it by phone or email, and consultations can be in person or remote.