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Your Trusted Legal Partner for Personal Injury & Family Law in Canada
Merchant Law Group has been a trusted legal advocate for clients across Canada since its founding. Our team of seasoned litigators and negotiators specializes in personal injury, family law, criminal defense, immigration, and business law, with a proven track record of securing favorable outcomes. We combine decades of collective legal experience with a client-centric approach, offering contingency fee arrangements to ensure access to justice. Our nationwide presence across 15 offices allows us to serve clients in both urban and regional centers.We maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritizing transparent communication and ethical representation. Our lawyers regularly contribute to legal scholarship and industry publications, reinforcing our position as thought leaders in multiple practice areas. Through meticulous case preparation and strategic advocacy, we consistently deliver results that protect client interests and uphold the rule of law.
Services
Personal Injury Law
Family Law
Criminal Law
Immigration Law
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Civil Litigation
Class Actions
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We have secured compensation for thousands of clients through class action litigation.
- Contingency fee arrangements ensure no upfront legal costs for personal injury cases.
- Specialize in complex, high-stakes legal matters across multiple practice areas.
- Nationwide presence with 15 strategically located Canadian offices.
- Lawyers contribute regularly to leading legal publications and industry journals.
What people say
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Successfully secured compensation
Toughest litigators
Strong settlement outcomes
Responsive legal team
Services
Personal Injury Law
We represent clients in car accident and other personal injury cases across Canada. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs. We handle negotiations with insurance companies and pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering through settlement or trial.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles complex divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and spousal support negotiations. We provide strategic legal counsel for high-asset divorces and contentious custody battles while maintaining focus on clients' long-term interests and family well-being through negotiated settlements or courtroom advocacy.
Criminal Law
We defend clients facing criminal charges at all levels of court. Our approach challenges prosecutorial evidence, protects constitutional rights, and seeks charge reductions or dismissals. We handle both misdemeanor and felony cases, including DUI/DWI, assault, and drug-related offenses, with a focus on minimizing long-term consequences.
Immigration Law
We assist individuals and businesses with Canadian immigration processes. Our services include visa applications, permanent residency claims, and employer sponsorship programs. We guide clients through complex immigration requirements while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks for both economic and family reunification immigration pathways.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies for asset protection and inheritance management. We draft wills, establish trusts, and develop healthcare directives to ensure client wishes are honored. We minimize tax implications and prevent family disputes through customized legal frameworks that address both current and future needs.
People
Anthony Merchant
Lawyer
Founding partner with extensive contributions to legal publications and industry journals. Specializes in complex litigation and serves on advisory boards for leading family law publications.
Karolee Zawislak
Lawyer
Experienced legal practitioner focusing on personal injury and family law cases. Provides strategic counsel to clients while maintaining strong courtroom advocacy skills across multiple Canadian jurisdictions.
Timothy E. Turple
Lawyer
Specializes in criminal defense and immigration law with significant trial experience. Represents clients in complex legal matters requiring nuanced understanding of Canadian statutory and case law.
Satnam S. Aujla
Lawyer
Focuses on civil litigation and business law matters. Advises corporate clients on legal compliance and represents individuals in commercial disputes across western Canada.
Evatt Merchant
Lawyer
Concentrates on estate planning and real estate law. Develops comprehensive legal strategies for asset protection and property transactions throughout Canadian provinces.
Questions
What areas of law does Merchant Law Group specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, criminal defense, immigration, business law, and estate planning across Canada.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free no-obligation consultations for most legal matters to discuss your case and options.
How are legal fees structured for personal injury cases?
Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
Do you handle cases outside major Canadian cities?
Yes, we have 15 office locations including regional centers and serve clients nationwide.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our combination of nationwide presence, contingency fee options, and decades of litigation experience sets us apart.
Can you help with urgent legal matters?
We prioritize urgent cases and offer emergency legal assistance for time-sensitive matters like criminal charges.
