Legal Services
We offer a variety of legal services. Please review the information below to learn more on our various areas of legal practice for more information and options.



General Counsel
Clients employ Darrel as their general counsel and consult with him on a variety of matters that have business implications. With over 35 years experience in the field, he has developed a strong reputation, through clear and concise advice.
Corporate Law
Corporate law affects the needs and interests of shareholders, directors, employees, creditors, consumers and other stakeholders.
This can encompass a wide range of legal services, including:
- Advice and Representation
- Agreements
- Assessments
- Miscellaneous other legal documents.
- Purchasers and sales of Businesses
Residential Home Sale – $899*
Includes all legal fees, disbursements.
*HST not included in this figure
Residential Home Purchase – $1,349**
Includes all legal fees, disbursements, and title insurance, for properties valued up to $500,000.00
**Rate does not include, HST, Provincial Land Transfer Tax, Municipal Land Transfer Tax (City of Toronto only) or Registration Fees.
Exclusion – First time home buyers:
- PLTT – Provincial Land Transfer Tax – exemption up to $4000
- MLTT – Municipal Land Transfer Tax, an additional tax for properties in the City of Toronto – exemption up to $4475.
Please visit our specific area on Real Estate Law to learn more… click here
Criminal Law
Legal defense of criminal charges such as:
- Domestic Assault
- Drug Trafficking
- Fraud
- Parole/Probation
- Restraining Orders
- Sexual Assault
- Theft and Shoplifting
- Victims of Abuse or Fraud
If you are accused of a criminal offence you have the right to a fair and vigorous defence and you also have the right to seek experienced counsel. Darrel Hotz is an experienced defense lawyer. He has defended clients in criminal cases for more than 35 years.
Family Law
Our Family law services include:
- Adoption
- Child Custody/Access
- Child Protection
- Child Support
- Committeeship (Mental Incompetency)
- Divorce
- Domestic Contracts
- Exclusive Possession of the Matrimonial Home
- Grandparents’ Rights to Access
- Marriage Contracts (Prenuptial Agreements)
- Mediation
- Mobility Rights
- Paternity Agreements
- Property Division
- Restraining Orders
- Sale of Property
- Separation Agreements
- Spousal Support
- Variations of Prior Orders and Agreements
Mental Health Law
My approach to mental health legal issues is holistic. I work with the full range of psychiatric care providers, representing the best interests of my clients before all levels of the court. Mental health challenges should not be a barrier to fair legal representation. Legal aid certificates available.
Wills & Estates
Counsel can be provided in the preparation of the following documents:
- Wills
- Powers of Attorney
- Estate Administration and Distribution
- Estate Litigation
- Estate Planning
- Living Wills
- Trusts
LEGAL CONSULTATIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
If you are in need of professional legal support and would like to schedule an appointment, please call, e-Mail or fill in our contact form on this page.
Call Us
Durham Region: 289-222-4444
Toronto/Halton/Peel: 416-827-2272
COVID 19
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