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At Hook & Smith, we are a respected and experienced law firm proudly serving the community of Winnipeg and beyond. Our law firm was established in 1984 by Dennis A. Smith and Gordon P. Hook, and over the years, we have built a reputation for providing exceptional legal services in a variety of practice areas.
Our Services
At Hook & Smith, we take pride in our ability to provide expert advice and legal solutions to individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our team of experienced lawyers specializes in the following areas:
Construction and Infrastructure Law: Our lawyers have extensive knowledge in construction and infrastructure law, helping clients navigate complex projects, disputes, and negotiations.
Corporate and Commercial Law: We provide comprehensive legal services in corporate and commercial law, including corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and contracts law.
Real Estate Law: Our expertise in real estate law includes commercial and residential transactions, property development, and disputes. We also provide advice on wills, estates, and trusts.
Transportation Law: Our transportation law practice focuses on commercial transportation issues, including trucking, logistics, and regulatory compliance.
Wills, Trusts, and Estates Law: Our experienced lawyers provide guidance on wills, trusts, and estates, helping families and individuals navigate the legal process of estate administration.
Our Approach
At Hook & Smith, we are committed to providing personalized service, professionalism, and expertise. Our lawyers are dedicated to understanding our clients' unique needs and goals, and we strive to deliver practical and effective solutions.
Our Team
Our team of experienced lawyers includes Dennis A. Smith, LL.B., Winston F. Smith, Q.C., Geoffrey B. Toews, M.A., LL.B., and Thomas W. Turner, B.A., LL.B.
Team Members
Dennis A. Smith: Dennis has over 30 years of experience in the practice of law, focusing on corporate and commercial law, wills, estates, and trust law, and commercial and residential real estate law.
Winston F. Smith, Q.C.: Winston has over 50 years of experience in the practice of law, with expertise in corporate, commercial, and residential real estate law, wills, estates, and trusts, as well as employment and transportation law.
Geoffrey B. Toews, M.A., LL.B.: Geoffrey has extensive experience in wills, powers of attorney, estate administration, corporate & commercial law, particularly commercial real estate, corporate reorganization, governance, and other business matters, and residential real estate law.
Thomas W. Turner, B.A., LL.B: Tom has practiced law for over 35 years, focusing on corporate and commercial law, wills, estates and trust law, commercial and residential real estate law, and has considerable experience and understanding of construction and infrastructure law.
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Exceptional Service from Hook & Smith
The reviews for Hook & Smith Law Office are overwhelmingly positive, with all authors giving the firm a perfect 5-star rating. The common themes among the reviews are professionalism, friendliness, and integrity.
Reasonable Rates and Friendly Staff
Multiple reviewers praised the firm's reasonable rates, citing it as a major factor in their satisfaction. The staff was also highlighted as friendly and well-prepared, making the experience seamless and stress-free.
Thorough and Customer-Focused
Reviews consistently mention the thoroughness and attention to detail shown by the firm's staff. Author James Clark specifically noted that Geoffrey Toews took the time to explain everything carefully, while Author Heather E. praised the team for being "helpful, kind, and covering all of my needs."
Dedication to Integrity
One reviewer, Derrick Denby, left a particularly glowing review, stating that the firm's integrity was the first word that came to mind when describing his interactions with them.
Efficient and Organized
Author Mike McLenehan, representing his firm, commended Hook & Smith on their exceptional handling of estate matters. He highlighted their organization and attention to detail, making it easy to complete complex projects.

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