SBM Law Professional Corporation
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One of 102 law firms listed in Kitchener, and one of 42 handling Real Estate Law.
About SBM Law Professional Corporation
SBM Law Professional Corporation has its practice centred on three areas: real estate, wills and estates, and notary work. It serves clients in Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge. Anyone weighing a will kit, facing probate or dealing with a death without a will can start with the firm’s question-and-answer pieces on each of those topics.
Sarah B. Manilla was born and raised in Toronto, earned an Honours BA at York University, then moved to Windsor to complete dual Juris Doctor degrees from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. Manilla was called to the Michigan State Bar in 2009 and the Ontario Bar in 2011, and spent four years in Thunder Bay articling and practising law before settling in Waterloo Region, where the practice is built around clients’ needs.
SBM Law doesn’t take on anything that may lead to litigation or any kind of dispute, and it doesn’t practise family, employment, labour or immigration law or handle complex or large-scale corporate and commercial matters. If you need a lawyer in one of those fields, the firm is happy to give you a referral.
It’s a dog-friendly office, with Luna (Chief Furry Officer) and Indie (Chief Mischief Officer) on hand as emotional support staff. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and every visit is booked in advance, since walk-ins aren’t accepted.
Practice areas
Residential and income property
Residential real estate is a major share of the firm’s practice, and SBM Law has helped thousands of clients buy, sell or refinance their homes. It also acts on commercial real estate and income property transactions, and it commits to prompt, measured responses to any problem that comes up after closing.
Wills and powers of attorney
Estate planning ranks second in size among the firm's areas of work. Wills and powers of attorney normally take two meetings. At one, the client's wishes are heard and noted, and at a later one, once drafts are ready, the client goes through them and signs.
Estate administration
Someone named as an estate trustee can meet with the firm early on to talk about whether probate is needed, the steps involved, how long it's likely to take and what it may cost. The firm doesn't act in disputes over a will's terms or between the deceased's relatives.
Small holding corporations
Corporate work is limited to small, privately owned holding corporations, taken on case by case.
Notary public
As a notary, the firm verifies signatures (for example on a sworn affidavit) and verifies copies so an original document doesn't have to be handed over. Clients bring two pieces of ID, and at least one has to be government-issued photo ID.
Good to know
Accessible parking
Woman-owned
In-person servicesHow SBM Law Professional Corporation works
SBM Law approaches each transaction knowing it’s one of the most important moments in a client’s life. Its aim is as few surprises as possible, with communication treated as the most important part of every file. Clients are encouraged to bring up any concern or uncertainty as soon as it arises, because there’s no such thing as a stupid question.
There are no large or hidden fees, and the firm tries to be as up front as it can about the fees and disbursements to expect on each transaction. It commits to honesty even when the truth is unpleasant, and to never over-promising.
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The neighbourhood
SBM Law’s new home office is at 30 East Avenue in Kitchener. Look for the red brick house with blue shutters and walk to the back of the driveway; the office is in the detached garage.
Frequently asked questions
- Will SBM Law handle an estate when a different lawyer drafted the will?
- Yes. SBM Law can help with estate administration even when its own office didn’t prepare the deceased person’s will, and it also assists when someone has died without a will.
- Can I sign my will remotely with SBM Law, or do I have to come to East Avenue?
- SBM Law doesn't meet clients remotely or hold remote signings. Every appointment happens in person at its office, and you'll need valid photo ID such as a driver's licence, passport, Permanent Resident Card or Ontario Photo ID Card.
- Why won't SBM Law give a free first consultation?
- SBM Law doesn’t offer free consultations. Its view is that a free consultation isn’t really a consultation but a free audition.
- Can SBM Law work with a Registry Office outside Waterloo Region?
- Yes. SBM Law can transact business in Registry Offices throughout Ontario and look after clients’ real estate concerns wherever they’re located.
- Can I get a same-day notary appointment at SBM Law?
- SBM Law books notary appointments by phone or email, and it'll try to fit in a same-day appointment when its schedule allows. It can't take walk-ins, so call ahead.
Where to find them
30 East Ave., Kitchener, ON N2H 1Y7 · 519-725-6000
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