Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Barrie, Ontario
Ain Whitehead LLP is a trusted legal practice celebrating a decade of dedicated service to clients in Barrie, Ontario, and beyond. Our team of experienced lawyers specializes in business law, real estate law, and wills & estates, providing tailored legal solutions that prioritize client needs. With a focus on building strong relationships, we offer strategic advice for businesses of all sizes, residential and commercial real estate transactions, and comprehensive estate planning. Our attorneys bring extensive expertise in corporate law, condominium development, mortgage enforcement, and estate administration, serving both local and international clients.Recognized for our community involvement and professional excellence, we combine deep legal knowledge with a personalized approach to deliver results-driven counsel. From business formation to complex real estate deals and intergenerational estate planning, we guide clients through every legal challenge with integrity and transparency.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Wills & Estates
Corporate Law
Condominium Law
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized legal solutions with 10+ years of local expertise
- Our team combines corporate law knowledge with real estate transaction experience
- Specialized practice in condominium development and estate administration
- Founding partner actively shapes legal policy as Law Society Bencher
- Community-focused approach with deep regional business connections
What people say
Personalized legal solutions
Deep local knowledge
Experienced team
Community-focused approach
Effective estate planning
Services
Business Law
Ain Whitehead LLP provides comprehensive business law services covering corporate formation, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and business succession planning. Our lawyers represent businesses of all sizes, from startups to established corporations, offering strategic advice on financing, partnerships, and professional corporation matters. With expertise in both transactional and regulatory aspects, we help clients navigate complex business challenges while maintaining compliance with Ontario legal standards.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions, mortgage lending, and condominium development. The team assists with property acquisitions, lease negotiations, land development projects, and mortgage enforcement proceedings. Specialized expertise in condominium law includes developer representation, corporate governance, and Tarion registration. We provide title insurance, property registration services, and strategic advice for both individual homeowners and large-scale developers across Central Ontario.
Wills & Estates
The firm offers customized estate planning solutions including wills, powers of attorney, and testamentary trusts. We specialize in complex estate administration, guiding executors through probate processes and asset distribution. Our services address international wills, spousal trusts, and incapacity planning, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected. With a compassionate approach to estate administration, we help families navigate the legal aspects of inheritance and succession.
Condominium Law
Ain Whitehead LLP represents condominium developers, corporations, and owners in all aspects of condominium law. Our services include governance advice, by-law drafting, power of sale enforcement, and developer transition processes. We handle Tarion registration, deposit trust agreements, and dispute resolution between unit owners and management. The team provides strategic counsel on compliance with the Condominium Act and warranty requirements for both new developments and established complexes.
Corporate Law
The firm's corporate law practice covers business formation, contract drafting, and corporate reorganizations. We advise on partnership agreements, franchise arrangements, and business financing structures. Our lawyers assist with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and non-profit incorporation, serving clients across diverse industries. With particular experience in professional corporation matters, we provide tailored legal frameworks for physicians, dentists, and other regulated professionals establishing corporate practices.
People
Andrew Ain
Partner
Specializing in real estate and corporate law, Andrew Ain represents businesses and developers while maintaining a focus on condominium law. A McGill University graduate, he combines technical expertise with community involvement through local legal associations.
Kathryn Whitehead
Founding Partner
Kathryn Whitehead leads the firm's estate planning and real estate practice. As a University of Windsor graduate and Law Society Bencher, she brings extensive experience in complex estate administration and condominium development matters.
Graydon Ebert
Partner
Graydon Ebert advises businesses on commercial transactions and represents clients in real estate matters. A Western University law graduate, he serves local clients while maintaining active roles in Barrie's business community.
Tony Servello
Partner
Tony Servello focuses on real estate and corporate law with particular experience in entertainment industry transactions. An Osgoode Hall graduate, he combines legal practice with community engagement in Barrie's creative sector.
Emily Manka
Associate Lawyer
Emily Manka joined the firm in 2024, practicing real estate, estates, and corporate law. A University of Ottawa graduate, she brings transactional expertise developed through Toronto litigation experience to Barrie clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Ain Whitehead LLP specialize in?
We specialize in business law, real estate transactions, wills & estates, and condominium law, providing comprehensive legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
Do you serve clients outside Barrie?
While based in Barrie, we serve clients across Simcoe County and Central Ontario, with experience handling real estate and business matters throughout Ontario.
How does the firm handle estate planning?
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, focusing on minimizing taxes and ensuring smooth asset transfer according to client wishes.
What experience do you have with condominium developments?
Our team has extensive experience representing developers and corporations in condominium registration, governance, and compliance with Ontario's Condominium Act.
