Defend yourself at the Small Claims Court
If you have been sued in a small claims court in Ontario, you will likely need to defend yourself against the claim. You have only twenty (20) days from the day you receive the Plaintiff’s claim to prepare, serve, and file your defence.
If you fail to file a defence or to do so within the required time limit, a judgment can be made against you without your participation. It is therefore important to act quickly to preserve your rights.
| Preparation | Basic | |
|---|---|---|
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$341
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$850
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| Strategic advice from a specialized lawyer to maximize your chances of success | ||
| Strategic advice from a specialized lawyer to maximize your chances of success | ✔ | ✔ |
| Analysis of your case | ||
| Analysis of your case | ✔ | ✔ |
| Preparation for your court appearance (one call included) | ||
| Preparation for your court appearance (one call included) | ✔ | . |
| Drafting your defence at the Small Claims Court | ||
| Drafting your defence at the Small Claims Court | . | ✔ |
| One call of unlimited duration with your assigned lawyer | ||
| One call of unlimited duration with your assigned lawyer | . | ✔ |
| Filing and service of documents | ||
| Filing and service of documents | . | . |
| Court fees and service fees* | ||
| Court fees and service fees* | . | . |
| Representation at your Settlement Conference | ||
| Representation at your Settlement Conference | . | . |
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