John Hicks Law Office

Frequently asked questions

What areas of law does John Hicks Law Office handle?

John Hicks Law Office handles family law, estate administration and estate litigation, mediation, business and corporate law, real estate, wills and powers of attorney, contracts, and notary public services from its Burlington office.

Can John Hicks Law Office help me buy or sell a home in Burlington?

John Hicks Law Office acts on residential and commercial real estate purchases, sales, leases, financing, and refinancing across Ontario, and has handled property transactions from this office since 1986.

I'd rather resolve a family or estate dispute through mediation than go to court. Does the firm do that?

John Hicks Law Office offers mediation and alternative dispute resolution for family, estate, business, and commercial disputes, working with both sides to reach an agreement instead of litigating it out.

Can John Hicks Law Office prepare my will and powers of attorney?

John Hicks Law Office prepares wills and both types of power of attorney, for property and for personal care, and handles estate administration and probate when someone dies with or without a will.

I want to handle my own case in court but need some legal guidance along the way. Can the firm still help?

John Hicks Law Office offers assisted self-representation on a pay-as-you-go basis, which can include reviewing your case, explaining the process in plain language, helping with court forms, and assessing your evidence without a full retainer.

How long has John Hicks Law Office served Burlington?

John Hicks Law Office has practiced in Burlington since 1986 and also serves surrounding communities including Hamilton, Oakville, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, Ancaster, Dundas, and Flamborough.