Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lakefield
Baker & Cole is a community-rooted law firm serving Lakefield and surrounding areas since 2005. Our practice combines decades of legal expertise with a deep commitment to personalized service, offering guidance in real estate transactions, wills and estates, corporate law, and notary services. Founded on the legacy of Thomas Edward Cole and continued by Adam R.H. Baker, we prioritize client needs through transparent communication and locally informed legal solutions.Our team's extensive experience, including roles in local governance and education, ensures a nuanced understanding of regional legal matters. We maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering trust through active community involvement and accessible client support.
Services
Real Estate Law
Wills & Estates
Notary Services
Corporate Law
Power of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years combined legal experience in local practice areas
- Active community involvement shaping regional legal understanding
- Notary Public services available for document authentication
- Proven expertise in real estate and estate planning matters
- Legacy of trust established since 1972 through client-focused service
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Upper Canada
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial property transactions from agreement drafting to closing. We manage title searches, mortgage preparation, and condominium transactions while ensuring compliance with Ontario regulations. Clients benefit from our localized expertise in Peterborough County property matters and construction lien resolution.
Wills & Estates
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including will preparation, powers of attorney, and trust declarations. Our practice assists executors with probate processes and estate administration while ensuring client wishes are clearly documented. Regular will reviews help maintain alignment with changing circumstances and legislation.
Notary Services
As a licensed Notary Public, we authenticate documents through official copies and administer oaths for affidavits. Our services meet provincial requirements for legal document verification while maintaining strict confidentiality and procedural accuracy for both local and international transactions.
People
Adam R.H. Baker
Partner
Licensed in 2004 after articling with Thomas Cole, Adam graduated from Queen's University Law School. He teaches legal courses at Fleming College and maintains active roles in local Masonic organizations and cemetery governance.
Questions
What legal services does Baker & Cole specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, estate planning, notary services, corporate law, and power of attorney documents while serving Lakefield's unique legal needs.
Does the firm serve areas beyond Lakefield?
We serve clients throughout Peterborough County including Dummer Township, Douro, and surrounding communities from our Queen Street office.
Can I get document notarization services?
Yes, Adam R.H. Baker provides official notary services for document authentication, certified copies, and affidavit swearing as authorized by Ontario law.
