When budgeting for a residential property transaction, real estate lawyer fees in Ontario typically range from $999 to $2,700, plus applicable taxes and disbursements.
The final legal cost depends on the complexity of your transaction whether you are purchasing a freehold home, a condominium, or completing a mortgage refinance.
At Shaikh Law Firm, we believe in price transparency. We offer a transparent flat legal fee of $999 + HST for standard residential transactions.
Our flat-fee model is designed to eliminate “closing day surprises” and provide you with a clear, upfront quote.
Whether you are buying, selling, or refinancing, our experienced legal team ensures your closing is smooth, timely, and handled in accordance with Ontario law.
| Service Type | Average Ontario Fees | Shaikh Law Firm Fee |
| Residential Purchase | $1,500 – $2,500+ | $999 + HST |
| Residential Sale | $1,200 – $2,000+ | $999 + HST |
| Mortgage Refinance | $1,200 – $1,800+ | $999 + HST |
| Title Transfer | $1,000 – $1,500 | $999 + HST |
Full legal review of your Agreement of Purchase and Sale to identify risks and protect your interests.
A thorough search of government records to ensure the property is free of liens, debts, or title defects.
We handle all communication with your bank or broker to ensure mortgage instructions and funds arrive on time.
Preparation of the Deed/Transfer and all necessary legal closing documents required by Ontario law.
At Shaikh Law, we’ve replaced outdated legal overhead with modern efficiency. By utilizing advanced legal technology and offering secure Remote Video Signing, we have significantly reduced our administrative costs. We don’t believe in charging you for fancy office lobbies or manual paperwork we pass those savings directly to you.
Unlike many other firms, we do not believe your legal fee should increase just because your property value does. Our real estate lawyer Mississauga charges $999 flat fee regardless of the purchase price. Furthermore, we do not charge extra under different pretexts or ‘hidden’ administrative categories. What you see is what you pay.
In Ontario, every real estate transaction involves two types of costs: Legal Fees and Disbursements.
Your Real Estate Lawyer’s Legal Fee ($999) covers the lawyer’s professional time, expertise, and responsibility for completing your transaction. Disbursements, on the other hand, are out-of-pocket expenses paid to third parties, such as government bodies and search providers, necessary to complete and register your transaction. These can be understood as the administrative costs required to make your home ownership legally effective.
To assist with budgeting and transparency, our office disbursements are fixed and capped. However, certain third-party charges are not included in office disbursements, including Land Transfer Tax, Title Insurance, Unity Software fee ($240), ID verification ($30), and government registration fees (currently $84 per document).
Transparency: Unlike other firms that charge for every fax or photocopy, these costs are fixed so you can budget accurately.
While a cash purchase is a straightforward title transfer, most transactions involve a lender. We coordinate directly with your financial institution to ensure all security documents are registered correctly and funds are received on time for a seamless closing.
Disclaimer
Our all-inclusive Flat Legal Fees are based on a standard, uncomplicated residential transaction for a vacant single-family property on the date of closing and upon receipt of mortgage instructions seven days prior to closing (if applicable). The quotes above assume there are no reasonably foreseen complications such as extensions, redrafting of documents due to financing changes or resolving complex title issues. Rush Fee of $450 + HST will apply if documents, instructions or information are received less than seven days before closing or if there is a change less than seven days before closing.
Interim Closing Fees
Specialized legal support for your pre-construction condo occupancy closing.
What’s Included: This is a flat-rate fee that covers all legal work and standard office disbursements (Unity charges, courier, execution searches, phone, and software fees).
Note: This fee applies specifically to the interim occupancy phase. Final closing fees will follow the standard purchase schedule.
Real Estate Lawyer Fees for Purchase in Ontario are $999 + Tax.
Transparent Ontario Real Estate Lawyer fees $999 + HST with no hidden costs.
Separate: LTT, Title Insurance (as per property price), ID verification, & Gov. Registration ($84.23/doc), Unity Charge $240 + HST, Capped Office Disbursements ($540 + HST).
Real Estate Lawyer Fees For Sale in Ontario is $999 + Tax.
Flat-fee legal services for selling your property in Ontario.
Separate: Office Disbursements $540 + HST, which covers 1 Mortgage Pay-out, Bank/Wire Charges, Courier, & File Storage.
Additional: Law Society Levy ($73.45) and $63 + HST per additional mortgage payout.
Real Estate Lawyer Fees For Refinance
Experienced Mortgage legal services for Ontario homeowners
Separate: Title Insurance, ID verification, & Gov. Registration ($84.23/doc). Capped Law Office Disbursements ($540 + HST).
Specialized legal support for the purchase, sale, or refinancing of commercial properties and multi-unit dwellings. We provide sophisticated due diligence and custom closing solutions for corporations and investors.
When a joint owner passes away, a Survivorship Application is required to update the property title to the surviving owner. we handle the legal filings efficiently to ensure a smooth transition of title during a difficult time.
Seamlessly add or remove a name from your property title. Whether for family planning, matrimonial changes, or estate management, we ensure your ownership structure is updated accurately and in compliance with Ontario law.
Required by lenders for guarantors and non-titled spouses, our ILA services provide a comprehensive review of your mortgage obligations. We ensure you fully understand your legal risks before signing, protecting your interests.
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Real Estate Lawyer Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
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