Law Society of Upper Canada
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Record #: NIA2381 Last Modified: 09 Apr 2013 Last Full Update: 05 Nov 2012
Description & Services
Areas ServedOntario
DescriptionThe Law Society of Upper Canada is the governing body for lawyers and paralegals in Ontario. The primary responsibility or mandate of the Law Society is to regulate the legal profession in the public interest according to Ontario law and the Law Society's rules, regulations and guidelines.  
 
Will deal with complaints against Ontario lawyers. When making complaints, be prepared to put complaints in writing. Please refer to the website, "For the Public - Complaining about a Lawyer or Paralegal" for more information. 
 
The Law Society cannot order a lawyer to reduce the amount billed. For problems with a bill, talk to the lawyer or contact the Assessment Office of the Superior Court of Justice to make an appointment to have the bill reviewed.  
 
Lawyers Fund for Client Compensation: Provides reimbursement for money or property lost as a result of lawyer's dishonesty.
HoursMon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
DatesAll year
EligibilityAll
LanguagesEnglish ; French - by chance
FeesNone - For complaints
Contact Information
Address & Map
Osgoode Hall
130 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5H 2N6
 
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Located In CommunityToronto (City of)
IntersectionUniversity Ave and Queen St W
Office PhoneGeneral Inquiries 416-947-3300 * Complaints 416-947-3310
Toll Free PhoneGeneral Inquiries 1-800-668-7380 * Complaints 1-800-268-7568
TDD PhoneGeneral Inquiries 416-644-4886 * Complaints 416-644-4886
FaxGeneral Inquiries Toll free 1-877-947-3924 * Complaints 416-947-5263
E-Maillawsociety@lsuc.on.ca
Websitewww.lsuc.on.ca
Primary ExecutiveRobert G W Lapper, Chief Executive Officer
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Other Details
Service Level(50) Non Profit
Established1797
Subjects
SubjectsComplaints ; Conflict resolution ; Lawyers ; Professional associations
Broader TermsAssociations ; Legal representatives