Real estate transactions involve some of the most significant financial decisions of your life. We protect your interests from the moment you sign an Agreement of Purchase and Sale to the day you close.
Whether you are purchasing your first home, selling an investment property, refinancing a mortgage, or navigating a complex commercial deal, the legal details matter enormously — and errors can be costly.
At Tokas Lex Law Office, we provide comprehensive real estate legal services to buyers, sellers, lenders, investors and borrowers throughout Ontario. We understand the pace and pressure of Ontario’s market, and we work efficiently and meticulously to protect your interests at every stage.
Residential Purchases & Sales
We handle every aspect of conveyancing — title searches, title insurance, mortgage documentation, Statement of Adjustments, trust accounting and closing — for a smooth, stress-free transaction.
Agreement of Purchase & Sale Review
Before you sign, we review your APS to ensure the terms protect your interests, flag unusual conditions, and advise you on your rights and obligations. A review beforehand can save real time, money and stress.
Title Searches & Title Insurance
We conduct thorough title searches to uncover encumbrances, liens, easements or encroachments, and arrange title insurance to safeguard your investment against future title-related claims.
Title Transfers
Adding or removing a spouse, transferring property within the family, or restructuring ownership for estate or tax purposes — we handle all aspects of title transfers efficiently and accurately.
Survivorship Applications
When a joint tenant passes away, the surviving owner's interest must be formally registered on title. We manage survivorship applications with care, minimizing burden during a difficult time.
Independent Legal Advice (ILA & ILR)
Many lenders require borrowers to obtain Independent Legal Advice before signing. We provide prompt, professional ILA and ILR services, explaining documents clearly and certifying your understanding.
Condominium Status Certificate Reviews
Buying a condo? We review the status certificate to assess the corporation's financial health, special assessments, reserve fund adequacy, rules and bylaws — and your peace of mind.
Commercial Real Estate & Leases
From commercial purchases and sales to leases and investment acquisitions, we advise owners, investors and landlords, reviewing and negotiating agreements to protect your business interests.
Private Lending
We act for private lenders and borrowers in mortgage transactions, including preparation and registration of mortgage documentation, independent legal advice and ongoing enforcement matters.
Assignment Sales
Pre-construction condo and home assignment sales are complex and increasingly common. We guide assignors and assignees through HST implications, developer consent and closing documentation.
When a mortgage goes into default, lenders may exercise their power of sale rights under Ontario's Mortgages Act. We represent lenders throughout the process — from Notice of Sale to closing — in full statutory compliance.
Ontario's real estate market moves fast. We provide prompt turnaround on time-sensitive closings, meticulous title review, and clear communication at every stage — so you can proceed with confidence.
Quick answers to what clients ask us most. Have a different question? We're glad to help.
Yes. In Ontario, property transfers and mortgages are registered through the electronic land registration system, and only a licensed lawyer can register them on your behalf — so a real estate lawyer is required to close. We review your agreement, search title, arrange title insurance and handle closing from start to finish.
We offer transparent flat-rate pricing for most residential closings, plus disbursements (title search, registration and title insurance). We always provide an all-in quote up front so there are no surprises at closing.
Yes. We act for clients across Ontario and offer virtual consultations and remote signing where permitted, so you can close conveniently from anywhere in the province.
We do, and we recommend it. Reviewing your Agreement of Purchase and Sale before you sign — or during the conditional period — lets us flag unusual terms and protect your interests before you are bound.
Title insurance is a one-time policy that protects you against title defects, fraud, survey issues and certain claims a search might not reveal. It is standard on virtually every Ontario residential purchase and we arrange it at closing.
Buying, selling, or financing property in Ontario? Contact our real estate team today.