When amicable resolution isn't enough
We favour effective solutions. If Ontario court proceedings are necessary and viable — Superior Court of Justice, Small Claims Court, or enforcement of a Quebec judgment in Ontario — we represent you with rigour and proportionality.
Enforcement mechanisms follow the Rules of Civil Procedure (O. Reg. 194) and, for out-of-province judgments, the Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments Act and common-law recognition of sister-province judgments.
Our principle: don't escalate needlessly
Litigation is not automatic. It must be justified by the evidence, the amount, and the real possibility of enforcement.
Proportionality
We weigh costs, delays, and chances of recovery before recommending any proceeding.
Evidence
Contract, invoices, delivery, exchanges: a strong claim reduces risk and speeds things up.
Enforcement
A judgment isn't always enough. We also consider the debtor's ability to pay.
When to consider going to court
A few practical markers.
Typical cases
- Serious dispute requiring a decision
- Significant amount + solid evidence
- Debtor refusing to negotiate or playing for time
- Need for a judgment to enforce (seizure, etc.)
Cases where we sometimes recommend closing
- Low viability (disbursements > what's at stake)
- Negative information on solvency
- Insufficient or risky evidence
- Debtor can't be found / opaque structure
Billing (by file)
Court work varies too much for a single grid.
Contingency (where viable)
Some files are a fit (solid evidence + plausible enforcement). We confirm case by case.
Hybrid
A fixed portion or retainer + a contingency percentage (depending on strategy).
Hourly
Recommended for complex or disputed files. A retainer is often requested.
Court fees and disbursements may apply (court filing fees, sheriff or process server, motions materials, etc.). We always discuss these with you before proceeding.
After judgment: enforcement
Turning a judgment into a payment.
Analysis
Which measures fit the debtor's situation?
Strategy
Choose the most effective option (case by case).
Follow-up
Coordination and tracking of each step, proportionately.