Legal
The Legal Department is part of the Corporate Services Division and we represent the Corporation on all legal matters.
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Contact information
Phone: (905) 335-7614
Fax: (905) 335-7842 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How do I make a request for information relating to property in Burlington?
A: Please see the Building Department's Application and Publications page and download the Property Information Request form.
- Q: What Real Estate Services do you provide?
A: The Property Section of the Legal Department is responsible for the appraisal, acquisition and disposal of all city-owned real estate. We are also involved in the calculation of park dedication requirements for new developments. For more information, e-mail Ron Steiginga.
- Q: When will a Notary Public/Commissioner be available?
A: The Legal Department provides legal services to the Corporation and does not notarize or commission documents. Please refer to the yellow pages of your local phone book under "lawyers" for a listing of lawyers offering this service.
All requests for commissioning of documents (Commissioner of Oaths) should be referred directly to the Clerk's Department. For more information, click here: Commissioner of Oaths
- Q: Can you answer questions regarding personal legal matters? Do you provide Legal Aid?
A: The Legal Department cannot give advice regarding personal legal matters. Please contact a lawyer in private practice or if you cannot afford a lawyer, you can phone the Legal Aid Office for assistance. Telephone numbers for the Legal Aid office are 845-7591 (Oakville) or 528-0134 (Hamilton).
- Q: What and where are the court services in Burlington?
A: The Ontario Court of Justice is located at 2021 Plains Road East, Burlington. The telephone number is 905 637-4125.
The Superior Court of Justice is located at 491 Steeles Avenue East in Milton (corner of Bronte Road and Steeles Avenue). The telephone number is 905 878-7281.
The Small Claims Court is located at 2021 Plains Road East, Burlington. The telephone number is 905 637-4125.
The Provincial Offences Court (POA) offices are located at 2051 Plains Road East, The telephone number is 905 637-1274. For more information about POA click here.
- Q: Where do I inquire about land registration services?
A: For land registration related matters, the Land Registry Office is located at 491 Steeles Avenue East in Milton (corner of Bronte Road and Steeles Avenue). The telephone number is 905 878-7287.
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