Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Guelph Law Firm for Real Estate, Corporate, and Estate Legal Services
Established in 1965, Jackman & Rowles has served the Guelph community with dedicated legal representation. Our firm prioritizes approachability and affordability, ensuring clients receive direct access to experienced lawyers for matters involving real estate, corporate law, and estates. With a legacy built on trust and personalized service, we guide families and businesses through complex legal processes.Our team combines decades of local expertise with a commitment to transparency and client-focused solutions. We handle real estate transactions, business formations, wills, and powers of attorney, ensuring every client's needs are met with diligence. As a firm rooted in Guelph's history, we continue to uphold the values established by our founders while adapting to modern legal challenges.
Services
Real Estate Law
Corporate Law
Estate Planning
Powers of Attorney
Notary Services
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to experienced lawyers without intermediaries.
- Established in 1965 with a legacy of community-focused legal service.
- Specialize in real estate, corporate law, and estate planning.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Serve Guelph, Waterloo, Cambridge, and surrounding areas.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Upper Canada
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate lawyers handle residential and commercial transactions, including purchases, sales, mortgages, and refinancing. We ensure legal compliance and protect client interests throughout the process. Clients benefit from direct lawyer involvement, avoiding third-party intermediaries.
Corporate Law
We advise businesses on formation, compliance, contracts, and succession planning. Services include incorporation, regulatory guidance, and document preparation. Our lawyers help entrepreneurs navigate legal challenges to support sustainable growth and operational success.
Estate Planning
We assist with wills, living wills, and estate administration. Our lawyers provide tailored solutions to protect assets and ensure client wishes are legally documented. We also guide families through intestate succession under Ontario law.
Powers of Attorney
We draft powers of attorney for property and healthcare decisions. Our services ensure clients establish clear legal authority for trusted representatives. We explain options and create documents aligned with individual circumstances.
Notary Services
Our notaries public authenticate documents for domestic and international use. We provide certified copies, oaths, and affidavits. Services meet legal standards for transactions requiring official verification.
People
Terrence B. Jackman
Founding Lawyer (Retired)
Called to the Ontario Bar in 1979, Terrence Jackman received the Law Society of Upper Canada's Bicentennial award. He practiced at the firm until retirement, maintaining client relationships for decades.
Calvert J. Rowles
Partner
A member of the Ontario Bar since 1990, Calvert Rowles previously served as President of the Wellington Law Association. He continues the firm's tradition of personalized legal service to Guelph clients.
Kristy Holdaway
Administrative Assistant
Kristy has supported the firm's operations since 1989, providing administrative assistance to lawyers and ensuring smooth client interactions.
Questions
What legal services do you offer in Guelph?
We specialize in real estate law, corporate law, estate planning, powers of attorney, and notary services for individuals and businesses in Guelph and surrounding areas.
Can I speak directly with a lawyer?
Yes. We prioritize direct lawyer-client communication without involving intermediaries like paralegals or support staff for your legal matters.
Do you serve areas outside Guelph?
We provide legal services to clients in Waterloo, Cambridge, Kitchener, and nearby communities in addition to Guelph.
What experience does your firm have?
Established in 1965, our lawyers have decades of combined experience handling real estate transactions, business law, and estate matters for Guelph families and businesses.
