Lawyers

On a very tight deadline and took him 2 days to tell me he couldn't do it, leaving us scrambling to find another lawyer that could. Maybe good if you have lots of time to waste.

Very professional and caring. When you need top notch help, Ewart O'Dwyer is there.

Mc Gillen & Keay Law firm is ultimately a first class law firm that put my needs first when I did business with them the last few years. The respect they showed for my family and I and putting our needs first in order to accomplish the final goal was an incredible experience. I dealt specifically with Ian Keay when helping me get my ducks in order and he is a fantastic guy and does his job as professional as anyone I have ever met. I recommend Mc Gillen & Keay Law firm to everyone I know and the people that have used him all agree with my opinion. Most people who take time to write reviews typically are just writing to complain, but I am writing because its always nice as a client to give positive feedback to someone that has helped you out. Top Notch Job Mc Gillen & Keay!!!!!

I had Peter Lillico prepare a will and update powers of attorney (personal care and financial) which I had drawn up with him about 15 years ago. Peter is very thoughtful, intellectual, intensely interested in and knowledgeable about relevant law and best practices, as well as ensuring that his clients understand - in detail - the reasons why they need these documents prepared, the purpose, how they work, how best to formulate them. For a very simple and straightforward case such as mine Peter spent a considerable amount of time, in person, explaining and reviewing everything with me, proposing various hypothetical scenarios and how things would work and why it was important that I have a will even with little to nothing in the way of an "estate" for anyone to inherit. He answered every question, in detail and at length. I don't think any client could ever legitimately later claim that Peter didn't explain things well enough. Services - as with any lawyer - aren't cheap, but they are standard AND, importantly, Peter puts considerable time into attending to each individual and their unique circumstances. It is worth noting, I think, Peter's personal attention throughout - my being a very simple and straightforward case was not fobbed off onto a para-legal or law student. You are getting personal attention and service from a highly knowledgeable and experienced lawyer who specializes in, among other things, wills, estate planning and powers of attorney. I don't believe you could find a more experienced or knowledgeable estate planning (or real estate - the other main area he practices in) lawyer in Ontario. Peter's obvious passion and interest in the law, his work/clients, is important to note for another reason also: I am confident that if there was ever a challenge to a will, power of attorney or real estate transaction drawn up by Peter that he would be there, 200%, to fight for you. I would judge Peter to be the type of person who is a perfectionist and who would consider it a professional AND personal affront if his work were challenged, and to serve and protect his client AND to uphold his reputation he'd be there for you. It is also worth noting that the fee I paid today for preparation of a will and powers of attorney INCLUDES routine regular reviews of these documents, at NO CHARGE, as well as access to consult with Peter should circumstances change or questions arise - again at NO CHARGE. In fact, Peter is adamant that his clients MUST regularly and routinely review their will and powers of attorney with him, as well as contact him should circumstances change. As Peter explained he is, in fact, eager to ensure that his clients are protected, things are up-to-date (both according to individual circumstances as well as changes in relevant law over time), and any client questions or concerns addressed and that the only time there would be additional charges, in general, would be if changes needed to be made to the documents. Often, though, no changes are required ... but if in doubt it is best to have a free consultation with Peter (on the phone or in person) to discuss circumstances and let him, the expert, advise you accordingly. I will certainly deal with Peter in the future in all areas of law that he practices in - should I have occasion to do so - and should I ever require the services of a lawyer practising in an area of law which Peter does not provide service in I would still wish to consult with Peter first and ask him for a referral to an appropriate specialist. Dealing with a lawyer - in any area of law - shouldn't be done on the basis of a random pick out of the phone book or online search: I'm confident that I'm getting the best representation dealing with Peter, or dealing with a lawyer to which Peter referred me.

The service is there for anyone who has need for it. Good location.

After transferring her case to Prezler law firm and Michael Hazan less than two years ago, my mother received a speedy resolution to her claim and will recieve a cheque in the next few weeks. Michael worked her case diligently and thoroughly until he got results unlike the previous lawyer who just sat on the case and achieved very little. Thank you to Michael for a job well done and a very happy new year!