Statement of Claim

Small Claims Courts are designed to be a relatively quick and easy way to seek justice in comparison to the otherwise cumbersome and costly civil court system. While there is debate on increasing the maximum to $100, 000 (Alberta recently raised the ceiling) presently Ontario limits claims to $35,000 and lower. You don’t require a paralegal (or lawyer) to file, (or defend against), a claim.  That doesn’t mean that there couldn’t be a benefit to hiring someone, at least in the more challenging areas. But professional help is optional.  Small Claims is part of the Ontario Superior Court system and… Read More »Ontario Small Claims Court Explained – Statement of Claim