The Best Property
Lawyers In Hamilton

Clyde Law

Clyde Law was established in 1999 in Hamilton East by Graeme Steed (LLB), an experienced practitioner with 30+ years experience.As a smaller client focused firm our aim is to establish strong working relationships with our clients and provide them with affordable, effective legal solutions.

We aim to provide you with affordable effective legal solutions.

AFFORDABLE
We are price competitive (see Conveyancing ).
Our overheads are low and we are able to pass on the savings through significantly lower hourly chargeout rates.
We provide a fixed rate conveyancing service.
We aim to provide value for dollars spent.
EFFECTIVE
We will deal with your concerns promptly and efficiently.
We utilise technology. We have sophisticated trust accounting software and use the Internet extensively.
We are E-Dealing capable which means we can do searching and registration at lower cost and is faster for our clients.
We have partnering arrangements with other professionals including specialist barristers to give you the most competent service available.
We are developing the best practices and procedures.
We are constantly seeking better ways of working more effectively.
Our small size means we can adapt to change quickly.
LEGAL SOLUTIONS
We will work to achieve the result which is best for you.
Wherever possible we will negotiate solutions

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Foley Douglas

Foley Douglas is a Hamilton-based law firm, providing legal support and solutions to the Waikato community and beyond. From families to first-home buyers, employers
and entrepreneurs, the Foley Douglas team are here to help.

We were formerly known as iCLAW but changes in early 2025 provided Directors, Aasha Foley and Sam Douglas with the opportunity to reestablish a law firm that has people at its heart.

What hasn’t changed is our love of the law and the opportunities we have to ensure the people in our communities receive the legal guidance and services they need, now and in the future.

Whether you’re buying your first home, setting up a trust, or negotiating a commercial contract, you need someone who truly has your back. Sam is a lawyer who puts people first.

Named as an accredited Property Law specialist by the New Zealand Law Society, Sam leads the Foley Douglas property team and has extensive experience in conveyancing, subdivisions and land developments of all sizes.

Beyond property, Sam regularly advises clients on commercial matters—whether it’s buying or selling a business, reviewing and drafting contracts, or providing practical solutions for complex transactions.

Sam also works closely with individuals and families on wills, trusts, and estate planning, helping clients protect what matters most with clarity and care. His ability to blend deep technical knowledge with common sense and clear communication makes him a trusted advisor to businesses, families, and individuals alike.

Outside of the office, Sam and his marine scientist wife, Emily, have three children who keep them on their toes. Sam serves on the Board of Trustees at Knighton Normal School, and in his spare time is an avid runner.

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Atticus Legal

Your Hamilton Lawyers.

We can help with all your property transactions, business transactions and much more. We guarantee excellence, client focus and integrity in all we do.

We value a relationship of trust and confidence with our clients.

That’s why fair dealing is so important to us.

Let’s speak plainly …

Like you, we value honesty and fair dealing, so let’s speak plainly……

If we don’t have the skills required for your particular matter, we won’t pretend we do and then bill you for time spent learning how. In that case, we will recommend a lawyer who we believe is the right person with the right level of experience for the job.

As you may have guessed, our firm’s name refers to Atticus Finch, the fictional lawyer in Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.” He is widely regarded as a heroic, fair and principled lawyer. While we don’t claim to have achieved his lofty status, he does serve as a great role model.

We think you’ll agree that we charge a fair fee for our work. That’s because we care about what we do and who we do it for. We understand that you don’t want to pay Auckland lawyer rates, and why should you?

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Peter Dudzic Law

Peter Dudzic, B.A., LL.B., has been a Hamilton lawyer and member of the Hamilton Law Association for over 30 years. After receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Western Ontario, he continued his education at the University of New Brunswick where he earned his Law Degree. He was called to the Bar, Law Society of Upper Canada, Toronto, in 1994 and has practiced in Hamilton ever since.

Peter Dudzic’s primary focus is Real Estate Law given the extensive knowledge and experience he has attained with all legal aspects of Residential Real Estate. Along with his team, Mr. Dudzic is dedicated to providing value for his clients with Professional, Personalized and Practical legal services.

Peter J. Dudzic Law Office is conveniently located in the Lime Ridge Office Complex, Hamilton Mountain – across from Lime Ridge Mall. Our location offers Free Parking and is wheelchair accessible.

Our primary practice areas include:

Residential Real Estate – Sale & Purchase of Resale Properties
Condominium Purchases
Mortgage Transactions – New and Refinanced Mortgages
We invite you to review the information contained in this website. The Resources Section includes forms which will facilitate an effective delivery of our legal services to you. Please do not hesitate to contact our office for assistance, questions or concerns regarding your individual legal needs.

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Van Looyen and Fallon

Emily and Patrick are a wife and husband team who practice exclusively family law in Hamilton, Brantford and the surrounding areas. They are well experienced in litigation and negotiation. Emily and Patrick handle their family matters with care and professionalism.

Emily has practiced family law for the past eight years and routinely attends the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice and Unified Family Courts. Emily handles all manners of family law issues.

Emily is well-versed in issues stemming from separation and takes a caring and pragmatic approach to your family law needs.

She is a trained Collaborative Practice professional and is empaneled as an agent for the Office of the Children’s Lawyer, representing children in family law and child protection matters.

Emily volunteers as a Lawyer Supervisor for Pro Bono Students Canada and is on the Board of Directors for Contact Hamilton.

Patrick is well experienced in family litigation, having practiced family law for over eight years. Patrick regularly attends the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice and Unified Family Courts. Patrick handles all manners of family law issues.

Patrick encourages settlement in matters and assists with the preparation of domestic contracts, including separation agreements, cohabitation agreements and marriage contracts, in addition to litigation.

Patrick is an involved member of the Hamilton and Dundas tennis community in his spare time.

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Beeksma Law PC

Shayna A. Beeksma is an award-winning lawyer and the founder of Beeksma Law. She received her J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2011 and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2012. Shayna summered and articled at the Toronto office of Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP (now known as “Gowling WLG”). She then practised with a boutique commercial and estate litigation firm in Burlington, and then subsequently continued her practice at a prominent mid-sized Hamilton firm before opening Beeksma Law in 2018.

Regularly appearing before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and having argued cases before the Divisional Court, the Ontario Court of Appeal, and the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board, Shayna is a strategic, creative and effective advocate.

A passionate innovator and entrepreneur, Shayna’s main practice area is in estates and capacity law (comprised of estate litigation, capacity litigation, estate administration and estate planning), while also incorporating business law (with expertise in handling the purchases and sales of books of business for financial advisors), commercial leasing, and general civil litigation into her practice. While her clients value her knowledge, experience and legal skills, it’s her firm’s customer-centric approach that sets Beeksma Law apart.

Shayna truly cares about her clients. She is committed to using her expertise to achieve the best possible results for them, while offering flat-fee billing in most cases to provide certainty and predictability for clients with respect to their legal bills.

Her clients and fellow citizens know this to be true. She was voted the 2019, 2020, and 2021 Platinum Award winner for the best lawyer and real estate lawyer in Hamilton, and Beeksma Law was voted the 2019, 2020 and 2021 Platinum Award winner for the best law firm and best real estate law firm in Hamilton, by the readers of the Hamilton Spectator. In 2022 and 2023, Shayna and Beeksma Law were voted the Platinum Award winners for the best real estate lawyer and best real estate law firm by the readers of the Hamilton Spectator. Additionally, Shayna was voted the 2021 Platinum Award winner for the best lawyer in Hamilton by the readers of the Hamilton Community News.

Shayna has always been a community-minded advocate, which is what led her to the field of law. Her dedication to helping others and to improving the legal profession is clear through in her involvement with the:

Hamilton Law Association (past continuing professional development committee, and history committee, member)
Grey County Law Association
Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce (Current Member of the Board of Directors)
Welcoming Communities Grey-Bruce (Current Member of the Board of Directors)
Empowerment Squared (Past Member of the Board of Directors)
Christian Legal Fellowship (past Member of the Executive and of the Board of Directors)
Rotary Club of Hamilton AM (past Member of the Board of Directors)
Telling Tales (past Member of the Board of Directors)
The Entrepreneur Nation (Senior Regional Director – Hamilton Chapter)
Reverend John C. Holland Awards (Beeksma Law was the annual sponsor of the Lincoln Alexander Award for 4 years)
Mamas & Co. (past mentor to numerous small business owners and conference speaker)
Canadian Association of Black Lawyers
Black Female Lawyers Network
Ontario Bar Association (conference speaker)
The Advocates Society
BNI
In her spare time, Shayna and her family enjoy long drives in the country, traveling, exploring their community, and supporting small, local businesses (especially craft breweries and local restaurants). A foodie at heart, you can often find Shayna enjoying a coffee and treat at one of the fabulous independent coffee shops or restaurants in Hamilton or in Owen Sound.

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Startek Law

Our firm traces its history back to when Richard P. Startek started practicing law in 1973. In the nearly five decades since, the Startek name has become a standard of legal excellence and advocacy for our clients, their businesses and their families.

Richard obtained a major in Economics at the University of Waterloo, and his law degree from the University of Western Ontario. Richard Articled for the former Mr. Justice C. Speyer and Mr. Justice C. Osborne in 1971, and was called to the bar in 1973.

Richard was the founding partner of the firm in 1981. Civil & Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Mortgages, Family Law, and Wills & Estates are the principal areas of Richard’s practice to which he has extensive experience providing legal services and advice. With over 40 years of trial and advocacy experience, Richard has handled many complex cases and has appeared in all levels of court in Ontario. Richard is an active member of the Hamilton Law Association and the Hamilton Lawyers Club.

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Li Cheng Business & Real Estate Law

Li has specific expertise in real estate, land development and business law. Prior to starting his own practice, Li worked for all three levels of government and advised on major public land development projects.

Representing all types of business and land developers, Li has extensive experience on real estate and business purchase and sale transactions, and all aspects of residential and commercial development projects – from initial acquisition, structuring, assembly, financing, planning applications, registration of subdivisions and condominiums, to final unit sales.

In 2019, Li was selected as one of Hamilton’s top 40 under 40

Education
2013 – Call to the Bar (Ontario)
2012 – Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Dalhousie University Schulich School of Law
2009 – B.A. (Hons) with distinction – University of Toronto
Organizations
Hamilton Law Association (Trustee, Chair of Real Estate Subcommittee)
West-End Home Builders Association
Stoney Creek Community Homes (Director)
Hamilton Community Land Trust (Past Co-Chair and Director)
Hamilton Chamber of Commerce
Successful Law Representation
Acquisition, financing, development of multiple residential development projects ranging from $10 million to $200 million
Acquisition, financing, and disposition of a residential development land with final value of $67 million
Acquisition, financing, and disposition of a residential development land with final value of $38 million
Acquisition of multiple residential vacant land condominium development land with aggregate value of $65 million
Acting for institutional lender on land and construction financing of residential developments totaling over 1,000 projected units
Acquisition and disposition of commercial development land valued at $27 million
$5 million financing and land assembly exercise with projected development potential of 200 condominium units
Acquisition, structuring, financing and disposition of a 350 unit development site
Financing and restructuring of a franchise with 12 locations

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Gatto Law Offices

Gerry G. Gatto Professional Corporation is a law firm in Ancaster, Ontario, that has focused its practice on real estate law, estate planning, and small business law since it opened its doors in 1996. For years, Mr. Gatto’s dedication to personal service has never wavered as he strives to answer calls within 24 hours, communicate readily, and make sure clients understand all their options.

Drawing from years of expertise and education, their law practice can provide clients with services in the following areas of legal practice:

Wills and Estates
Real Estate Law (Residential and Commercial Purchases and Sales)
Refinancing (Institutional and Private Mortgages)
Corporate and Commercial Law
Through an extensive network of professionals, both legal and non-legal, they can also assist clients in virtually any other area of law, as well as non-legal specialties, including accounting, tax planning and financial planning – just to name a few!
Our goal is to ensure that every one of our clients is completely satisfied and feels secure and confident with the quality of the legal services he or she receives. Our professional motto is to treat each and every client as if he or she were our only client!
Our prices compare favorably with those of other professionals in these areas of practice while our expertise and quality of service lead to exceptional value for one’s money.

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