Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Waterloo, Ontario
Giffen Lawyers, established in 1981, is a respected law firm based in Waterloo, Ontario, serving clients across Southwestern Ontario. Our practice areas include alternative dispute resolution, construction law, employment law, estate litigation, family law, insurance law, personal injury, and real estate law. We prioritize client relationships by listening carefully to understand individual needs and delivering cost-effective, results-oriented legal solutions.With decades of collective experience, our team serves corporations, financial institutions, small businesses, and individuals while maintaining a strong commitment to community involvement. Our dedication to excellence has made us one of the largest locally-based firms in the region.
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Construction Law
Employment Law
Estate Litigation
Family Law
Insurance Law
Personal Injury
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of legal experience serving Ontario clients.
- Our team provides personalized, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to client needs.
- We maintain strong community ties through local involvement and partnerships.
- Our lawyers specialize in diverse practice areas including ADR and construction law.
- We serve both multinational corporations and individual clients with equal dedication.
What people say
Highly skilled
Very personable
Sensible guidance
Outstanding corporate counsel
Creative solutions
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our ADR specialists help clients resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. This approach often provides faster, more cost-effective solutions while maintaining client control over outcomes. We serve developers, contractors, and business owners across Ontario.
Construction Law
We advise construction industry participants on contracts, liens, and dispute resolution. Our team represents developers, contractors, and suppliers in matters ranging from tendering to project termination across residential and commercial sectors.
Employment Law
Our employment law group assists employers and employees with contracts, terminations, and workplace policies. We provide guidance on human rights compliance, harassment prevention, and HR policy development for Ontario businesses.
Estate Litigation
We represent clients in estate-related legal conflicts including will challenges and inheritance disputes. Our approach balances legal advocacy with sensitivity to family dynamics during emotionally difficult situations.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers property transactions, development agreements, and land use disputes. We assist clients with commercial and residential property matters including purchases, sales, and financing arrangements.
Questions
What areas of law does Giffen Lawyers Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in alternative dispute resolution, construction law, employment law, estate litigation, family law, insurance law, personal injury, and real estate law.
Do you serve clients outside Waterloo Region?
Yes, we provide legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario and beyond as required by client needs.
How do you handle complex legal disputes?
We combine practical legal strategies with innovative solutions, utilizing ADR techniques and litigation expertise to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Can I get business legal advice from your firm?
Yes, our corporate/commercial group advises on business transactions, governance, and commercial agreements for local and international clients.
