Lawyers and Other Legal Help

As a newcomer, you may experience situations where you need legal help. Learn how to find a lawyer, what to look for in one, and how much they cost.

Find a Lawyer

How do I find a lawyer?
Finding the right lawyer for your purpose is very important. This article shares a few ways to help you get started.
Should I get help with my immigration application from an immigration consultant or lawyer?
You can have someone represent you or help you with your immigration application. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) does not require you to use an immigration consultant or lawyer.
How do I work effectively with a lawyer?
Learn what your lawyer can do for you, and prepare well for your meetings.
How much does a lawyer cost?
It is important to know what types of fees you may have to pay a lawyer. When you go see a lawyer, you should ask for an estimate of what the work will cost.
What can I do if I was seriously injured by the police?
How to report police brutality and abuse.
How do I complain about a lawyer?
If you feel that your lawyer or paralegal did not do their job properly or behaved unprofessionally, you can make a complaint to the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).

What is Alternative Dispute Resolution?
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to resolving disputes in ways other than going to court.
What other kinds of legal help can I get?
If you cannot or do not want to get legal help from a lawyer, you can also get legal help from a community legal worker, paralegal or immigration consultant.
What can I do if I was seriously injured by the police?
How to report police brutality and abuse.