Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Pembroke, Ontario
We are Sheppard & Gervais Law Office, a full-service legal practice serving Pembroke and the Ottawa Valley since the 1960s. Our firm combines over five decades of collective experience with personalized attention to address clients' legal needs across real estate, wills and estates, corporate and commercial law, litigation, and notary services. We prioritize individualized solutions, ensuring every client receives tailored guidance regardless of case complexity. Our team maintains deep roots in the community, offering IRP-approved services for military clients and leveraging extensive courtroom experience, including appearances before the Supreme Court of Canada.We emphasize transparent communication, ethical representation, and practical legal strategies to protect our clients' interests. With a commitment to accessibility, we welcome inquiries on any legal matter and provide clear explanations of processes, from property transactions to estate planning. Our practice reflects a dedication to both legal excellence and community service, ensuring clients benefit from trusted, locally informed counsel.
Services
Real Estate
Wills and Estates
Corporate and Commercial
Litigation
Notary Public
Commissioner of Oaths
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal experience in the Ottawa Valley.
- Our IRP-approved services cater specifically to military clients.
- We provide personalized legal strategies for every case and client.
- Our practice covers diverse legal areas from real estate to litigation.
- We maintain a strong commitment to ethical standards and community service.
Associations and certifications
- IRP
Services
Real Estate
We handle all aspects of real estate transactions, from purchase agreements to closings. Our team ensures smooth legal execution for residential and commercial property deals. Clients benefit from our IRP-approved expertise and decades of local market knowledge.
Wills and Estates
Our estate planning services include drafting wills, powers of attorney, and executor guidance. We help clients ensure asset distribution aligns with their wishes while complying with Ontario legislation. Personalized consultations address unique family and financial situations.
Corporate and Commercial
We assist with business formation, contracts, and ongoing legal needs. Our services cover sole proprietorships, corporations, and partnerships. We provide strategic advice to help businesses navigate regulatory requirements and commercial disputes.
Litigation
Our litigation team represents clients in commercial disputes, personal injury claims, and insurance matters. We advocate for favorable outcomes through negotiation, mediation, or courtroom representation. Experience spans all levels of Ontario courts.
Notary Public
We provide notary and commissioner of oaths services for document verification. Our qualified professionals ensure signatures and documents meet legal authenticity standards. Services cover affidavits, international document, and official certifications.
People
Robert B. Sheppard
Lawyer
Called to the Ontario Bar in 1979, Bob Sheppard has practiced law for over 40 years. He specializes in litigation, real estate, and corporate law, with experience before the Supreme Court of Canada.
Ronald H. Gervais
Lawyer
Ron Gervais joined the firm after articling in insurance defense. He practices in real estate, wills, estates, and litigation, bringing over 20 years of diverse legal experience to Pembroke clients.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on real estate, wills and estates, corporate and commercial law, litigation, and notary services.
How long have you served the Pembroke community?
Our firm has provided legal services in Pembroke since the 1960s, with over 50 years of combined attorney experience.
Do you assist military clients?
Yes, we are IRP-approved and offer specialized legal support for military personnel and their families.
Can you help with business formation?
We guide clients through business structuring options and prepare necessary legal documents for startups or acquisitions.
Are your services available for complex litigation?
Our team has extensive courtroom experience, including cases before the Supreme Court of Canada.
