Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Burlington, ON
Centrepoint Law is a creative, results-driven law firm with 50 years of combined legal experience, providing straightforward legal advice through hard-working representation. Our team specializes in estate law, family law, civil litigation, and expropriation cases, prioritizing simplicity, patience, and compassion in every client interaction. We simplify complex legal processes, offer timely navigation of the court system, and advocate strategically to protect client rights. Our lawyers, Cassandra Kirewskie and Paul Marshall, have built a record of successful litigation by focusing on thoughtful advocacy and practical solutions.We guarantee transparent communication, no hidden fees, and a client-centric approach that emphasizes local market knowledge in Burlington, Oakville, and Hamilton. Our expertise extends to resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, or court representation, ensuring clients receive tailored guidance for their unique legal challenges.
Services
Estate Litigation
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Expropriation Claims
Capacity Guardianship
Trustee Disputes
Will Challenges
Dependant Support Claims
Property Division
Spousal Support
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years of combined legal experience in Ontario's court system
- Our lawyers simplify complex legal processes with clear, practical advice
- We prioritize compassionate representation during emotionally challenging cases
- Our team offers timely and efficient navigation of litigation procedures
- Proven track record in estate, family law, and expropriation litigation
What people say
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Services
Estate Litigation
We resolve disputes over wills, trusts, and estate administration with compassionate legal guidance. Our team represents trustees, executors, and beneficiaries in contested matters involving guardianship, compensation disputes, and dependant support claims. With deep knowledge of Ontario's Trustee Act and case law precedents, we provide strategic advocacy to achieve fair resolutions through negotiation or court proceedings.
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses complex issues including property division, spousal/child support, and parenting arrangements. We combine legal expertise with sensitivity to help clients navigate emotionally challenging separations. Whether through mediation or litigation, we focus on protecting client interests while minimizing conflict, particularly in high-stakes matters involving business assets or unique family dynamics.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in diverse civil disputes ranging from commercial leasing conflicts to personal injury claims. Our approach emphasizes early strategy development and alternative dispute resolution while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy. With experience in Ontario's Superior Court and appellate systems, we handle complex cases involving breach of contract, debt collection, and professional negligence with proven trial expertise.
Expropriation Claims
Our expropriation specialists guide clients through government land takings under Ontario's Expropriations Act. We handle all stages from initial hearings to tribunal arbitrations, ensuring fair compensation for market value, business losses, and legal costs. With expertise in Section 25 offers and Board of Negotiation processes, we protect property owners' rights during contentious expropriation proceedings.
Capacity Guardianship
We advise on legal capacity issues and guardianship appointments for aging or incapacitated individuals. Our services include drafting powers of attorney, resolving disputes over decision-making authority, and representing parties in court applications for guardianship. We provide practical solutions to manage property and personal care decisions while respecting individual rights and family dynamics.
People
Paul Marshall
Law Partner
Paul Marshall is a seasoned litigator with over 30 years of courtroom experience. Called to the Ontario bar in 1992, he specializes in estate law and expropriation cases, combining strategic thinking with practical solutions. His approach emphasizes conflict reduction and cost-effective resolutions while maintaining strong advocacy when needed.
Cassandra Kirewskie
Law Partner
Cassandra Kirewskie brings extensive legal expertise to family law and estate matters. Known for her compassionate yet direct approach, she helps clients navigate complex legal challenges with clarity and confidence. Her practice focuses on achieving constructive solutions while protecting client interests in contentious disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Centrepoint Law specialize in?
We specialize in estate litigation, family law, civil litigation, and expropriation claims, serving clients in Burlington, Oakville, and Hamilton.
How do you handle complex estate disputes?
Our team uses strategic negotiation combined with litigation readiness to resolve will challenges, trustee disputes, and dependant support claims efficiently.
Can you help with urgent family law matters?
While we prioritize thoughtful solutions, we act promptly in urgent situations involving child custody, support payments, or property protection needs.
What makes your expropriation services unique?
We combine deep knowledge of Ontario's Expropriations Act with proven success in tribunal arbitrations to maximize fair compensation for property owners.
How do you approach client communication?
We maintain transparent communication with regular updates, ensuring clients understand legal processes and decision-making timelines throughout their case.
What experience do your lawyers have?
Our lawyers have 50+ combined years of Ontario courtroom experience, with recognized expertise in litigation strategy and alternative dispute resolution methods.
