Get Legal Advice for Litigation
Litigation can be daunting; it may be costly and take up an extensive amount of time. We understand that in most disputes, our clients would prefer to avoid both the potential expense and a long, drawn-out process. That’s why, whenever possible, we focus on settling matters outside of court, using alternative dispute resolution methods.
Sometimes, though, court is unavoidable, and litigation may be the best—or only—option. When that happens, our experienced lawyers at Englobe LLP will be on your side to guide you through the litigation procedure, no matter how complex it may be.
We have extensive knowledge in various areas of law, and take both a practical as well as effective approach to represent you. We stay focused on your case to ensure it’s resolved as quickly as possible. You can rely on our personal attention to answer any questions you may have, set realistic expectations, and offer sound advice.
Our Services for Litigation
Estate Litigation
Disputes over wills and estates are often accompanied by complications that involve family dynamics, grief, and uncertainty. In Toronto, mediation is a required step when disputes over wills arise. We make every effort to secure cost-effective settlements that prioritize the best interests of our clients, while also aiming to preserve family and personal relationships.
Our services cover a wide range of issues, including interpreting wills and trusts, reviewing legal rights and obligations, challenging a will or trust, filing a Notice of Objection in trustee disputes, and pursuing relief claims for dependents when heirs are inadequately provided for.
We collaborate with experienced wills and estate litigators to offer support when navigating litigation that may involve challenging estate issues. This could involve: trustee/executor disputes, trustee compensation, and the passing of trustee accounts. There may be the additionally distressing need to seek the removal of estate trustees for dishonesty or incompetence, and request court orders for direction.
Estate law can be complicated and feel especially overwhelming when experiencing the loss of a loved one; we’re here to ease your stress, and to give you grounded guidance and advice.
Business Litigation
Our commercial lawyers regularly advise clients on ways to avoid costly and time-consuming litigation, but sometimes disputes can't be avoided. Instead of going to court, we often recommend the less adversarial process of alternative dispute resolution, where the focus is on negotiation and problem-solving. This approach is especially useful when it’s important to maintain a working relationship with the other party.
If these efforts don't work and litigation is necessary, our lawyers will protect your interests in court. We represent clients in almost all areas of business litigation, including breach of fiduciary duties, misrepresentation, contract disputes, account collection, director and officer liability claims, as well as partnership and shareholder disputes.
Our commercial litigators regularly share knowledge and consult with an extensive network of other experienced commercial lawyers to ensure you get expert guidance to safeguard your business.
Family Law Litigation
Every family is unique, and family issues can be emotionally challenging experiences. The ideal solution is to reach an agreement. Our lawyers help you work towards achieving this in a way that protects your rights, and the rights of your children. If an agreement can’t be reached, however, court may be necessary to resolve complex issues such as parenting time, decision-making, division of family property, and divorce.
We understand how family-related issues can have an emotional toll. That’s why our team is dedicated to supporting you with care and professionalism through these sensitive and challenging times.
Real Estate Litigation
Real estate transactions often involve big investments and tight timelines, which can lead to unexpected issues. Even a small dispute can quickly turn into a complicated problem. Common challenges include delays or refusals to close a sale, forced sales, misrepresentation of property details, hidden defects, boundary disputes, contract breaches, mortgage issues, and ownership conflicts.
Our experienced lawyers bring their specialized knowledge to every real estate matter, providing you with strategic legal representation—no matter the size or complexity of the dispute.