Terralaw

Frequently asked questions

Can Terralaw help me buy or sell a home in Etobicoke?

Yes. Terralaw reviews the agreement of purchase and sale, runs a title search to check for liens or disputes, coordinates mortgage and financing details with the lender, and manages the closing and fund transfer for both buyers and sellers.

Does Terralaw prepare wills and powers of attorney?

Yes. The firm drafts wills, sets out executor and guardianship provisions, and prepares power of attorney documents. It also reviews and updates existing wills after life events like marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child.

I'm starting a business in Etobicoke. Can Terralaw help me incorporate it?

Terralaw handles business formation and structuring, including choosing between a corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship, along with shareholder and partnership agreements and other corporate governance and compliance work.

Does Terralaw offer notary services?

Yes. The firm notarizes affidavits, statutory declarations, certified true copies, powers of attorney, and travel consent letters for minors travelling abroad, as well as real estate, mortgage, and corporate documents. All signers need to be present with valid government issued identification.

What areas of law does Terralaw handle?

Terralaw practises real estate law, wills and estates, corporate law, commercial leases, and notary and commissioner services from its Etobicoke office.

How much is the Ontario land transfer tax rebate for first-time homebuyers?

For purchases on or after January 1, 2017, Ontario's land transfer tax refund for eligible first-time homebuyers has a maximum amount of $4,000. Eligibility rules apply, including never having owned a home before and occupying the property as a principal residence. This is general information, not legal advice.