Butz & Company

Frequently asked questions

Where is Butz & Company located?

The firm is based in Regina, Saskatchewan, at 2510 13th Avenue. It also has a Toronto office at Suite 1-478 Richmond Street West, where the team handles employment law and mediation matters.

Does Butz & Company handle Residential School claims?

Yes. The firm has represented claimants in Independent Assessment Process hearings across Canada. It doesn't take a fee from a claimant's award, limiting its charge to Canada's own 15% contribution toward legal fees, with the client responsible only for the tax on that portion.

Can Butz & Company help resolve an employment dispute through mediation instead of going to court?

The Toronto office offers mediation as an alternative to litigation in employment and family law matters. Mediator Danish Shah trained through the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School, a program also attended by Canadian judges.

Does the Toronto office handle family law or criminal defence?

No. The Toronto team's focus is employment law and mediation. Family law, criminal law, real estate, wills and estates, civil law, Aboriginal law, immigration, and notarial services are handled through the Regina office.

I can't afford a lawyer for my family law matter right now, what are my options?

Butz & Company says it can sometimes defer payment in family law matters depending on the property to be divided, or arrange to accept monthly payments. It's worth contacting the firm directly to find out what fee arrangement might work for a given situation.

Does Butz & Company offer notarial services?

Yes, from the Regina office. Services include certified copies, affidavits, passport documents, immigration documents, consent to travel letters, statutory declarations, witnessing of agreements, and mobile notary services.