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Ontario Small Claims Court · Claims up to $50,000

Strategic Advocacy for Your Small Claims Dispute

Whether you are recovering debts owed to your business or defending against an unmerited claim, navigate Ontario’s Small Claims Court with tactical precision, strict compliance, and predictable costs.

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LSO Licensed

Direct paralegal advocacy

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Mobile Legal Service

Meetings across the GTA

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Predictable Fees

Clear upfront billing

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David Palmer

 

Licensed Paralegal, Law Society of Ontario

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★★★★★Client-First Civil Litigation

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"Small claims litigation shouldn't cost more than what you are fighting to recover. I offer direct representation or behind-the-scenes legal coaching, tailored to your budget."

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Jurisdiction Spotlight

Handles claims up to $50,000 CAD. Cases beyond $50k generally proceed to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.

Our Areas of Legal Concentration

 

Small Claims Matters We Handle

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From initial claim drafting to post-judgment bank garnishment, we provide end-to-end advocacy across all typical civil causes of action in Ontario.

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Unpaid Invoices & Accounts

Collection of delinquent commercial receivables, trade vendor debts, and professional consulting balances with enforceable interest calculations.

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Contractor & Renovation Disputes

Representing homeowners and contractors in disputes involving unfinished jobs, deficient workmanship, unauthorized scope variations, and deposit defaults.

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Breach of Contract

Failure to provide agreed services, non-delivery of purchased merchandise, violation of non-disclosure terms, or repudiation of sales agreements.

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Property Damage & Torts

Negligent damage caused to real estate, vehicles, or personal belongings, including tree root encroachments, water leaks, and civil conversion.

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Loans & Promissory Notes

Enforcement of written or oral personal loans, shareholder advances, and defaulted promissory agreements with evidence of funds disbursed.

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Defence & Counterclaims

Have you been served with a Form 7A Claim? You have exactly 20 days to defend. We prepare robust Defences and file Defendant's Claims.

Cost-Effective Flexibility

Two Ways to Work Together

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Choose between full-service paralegal representation or unbundled behind-the-scenes legal coaching

based on your budget and preference.

Full Legal Representation

Complete turnkey representation from filing to judgment.

  • Turnkey Document Drafting: We draft, issue, and legally serve your Plaintiff's Claim, Defence, or Motion materials.

  • Court Attendance: David Palmer personally represents you at Settlement Conferences, Motions, and Trials.

  • Rules of Civil Procedure: Absolute adherence to Ontario court deadlines, disclosure rules, and filing formalities.

  • Settlement Negotiations: Direct correspondence with opposing parties or their legal counsel to achieve early resolution.

Small Claims Court Coach

Unbundled advice for self-represented litigants.

  • Self-Representation Support: You represent yourself on the court record while receiving experienced guidance in the background.

  • Document & Pleading Review: Professional editing and structural review of your claims, defences, or affidavits.

  • Settlement Conference Strategy: Preparation coaching so you know exactly what to say to the Deputy Judge.

  • Pay Only for What You Need: Flexible hourly or milestone-based coaching sessions. Perfect for cost-sensitive matters.

Clear Expectations

 

The Ontario Small Claims Roadmap

Litigation follows procedural steps. Here is how your matter progresses from initial intake to monetary enforcement.

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Case Assessment & Evidence Triage

Limitation Periods & Collectability

We review contracts, emails, text messages, invoices, and bank records. Crucially, we verify that your matter is within Ontario's 2-year limitation period and evaluate debtor collectability (employment, real property, corporate status).

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Drafting, Issuing & Serving Pleadings

Form 7A Claim or Form 9A Defence

Pleadings require concise legal cause of action drafting, not rambling narratives. We draft the official claim or defence, issue it with the Ontario Small Claims Court registry, and ensure valid service under Rule 8.

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The Settlement Conference (Rule 13)

Mandatory Pre-Trial Mediation

Ontario requires all parties to attend a confidential Settlement Conference before a Deputy Judge. Over 70% of claims settle here. We advocate for a favorable settlement or obtain orders narrowing issues for trial.

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Trial Preparation & Presentation

Opening Submissions, Witnesses & Evidence

If no settlement is reached, we assemble the formal trial binder, prepare direct examinations and cross-examinations, subpoena witnesses if necessary, and deliver clear opening and closing legal arguments.

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Judgment Enforcement & Asset Recovery

Garnishment, Writs of Seizure & Debtor Examinations

Winning a judgment is meaningless if you can't collect. We actively execute enforcement measures: bank account garnishment, wage garnishment, Writs of Seizure and Sale registered against land, and Notice of Examination hearings.

Protect Your Position Before Deadlines Expire

 

Direct advocacy with an experienced Ontario paralegal.

 

Call now or submit an inquiry to discuss your dispute.

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​Call 437-499-2505

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