Business Details
45 Years
experience
Travers Law: Trusted Legal Experts in Real Estate, Wills & Business Law
Travers Law is a boutique legal practice specializing in real estate, wills and estates, and business law, with offices in Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and Milton, Ontario. Established over 40 years ago, we prioritize client needs through a combination of expertise, ethical fee structures, and personalized service. Our team of experienced lawyers delivers tailored legal solutions, emphasizing transparency, efficiency, and community-focused values. We serve clients across Ontario, offering virtual and in-person appointments to accommodate diverse schedules.Our commitment to precision, client education, and innovative processes ensures seamless legal transactions. Recognized as a trusted advisor, we integrate technology and traditional legal excellence to minimize stress for homebuyers, businesses, and estate planners. Our Platinum Rule philosophy guides every interaction, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout their legal journey.
Services
Real Estate Law
Wills and Estates
Business Law
Estate Administration
Family Law
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized legal expertise in real estate and estate planning.
- Our ethical fee structure eliminates hourly billing surprises for clients.
- We provide virtual appointments and evening hours for schedule flexibility.
- Our Platinum Rule ensures personalized service tailored to client preferences.
- We operate across Ontario with offices in four key regional cities.
What people say
Exceptional service
Prompt communication
Professional and thorough
Stress-free experience
Highly recommend
Services
Real Estate Law
Travers Law specializes in residential and commercial real estate transactions across Ontario. Our services include purchase, sale, and refinance transactions with fixed-fee pricing. We handle title searches, mortgage documentation, and registration processes while offering virtual appointments for client convenience. Our team ensures compliance with provincial regulations and provides guidance on land transfer taxes, title insurance, and ownership structures.
Wills and Estates
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including wills, powers of attorney, and trust administration. Our lawyers help clients create legally sound documents to ensure asset distribution according to their wishes. We address tax implications, guardianship arrangements, and probate processes while offering virtual consultations for document review and execution.
Business Law
Our business law practice supports small to medium enterprises with incorporation, contract drafting, and commercial transactions. We handle franchise agreements, partnership arrangements, and corporate reorganizations while collaborating with accountants to ensure comprehensive business solutions. Our services extend to commercial leasing and financing agreements.
Estate Administration
We guide executors through estate administration processes including asset collection, debt settlement, and tax considerations. Our team assists with Certificate of Appointment applications, beneficiary notifications, and final asset distribution while providing clear communication throughout the probate process.
Family Law
Certified family law specialist Barry Paquette handles separation agreements, divorce proceedings, and child custody matters. Our approach focuses on negotiated settlements while representing clients in court when necessary. We address property division, spousal support, and parenting arrangements with sensitivity to emotional complexities.
People
Don Travers
Managing Partner
Graduated from Queen's University in 1972, practiced real estate, corporate, and estate law for 40+ years. Founded Travers Law in 1981, served on Kitchener City Council, and remains active in community organizations. Specializes in combining legal expertise with client-focused service.
Bryan Mayes
Partner
University of Windsor law graduate (2015), focuses on residential and commercial real estate law. Member of Ontario, Waterloo, Halton, and Hamilton Law Associations. Practices corporate law and estate planning while serving clients across the Golden Horseshoe region.
Robert Sheldon
Partner
University of Windsor graduate (2013), former public servant turned real estate lawyer. Merged Sheldon Law with Travers Law in 2022. Emphasizes dependability and personalized service for real estate, wills, and corporate clients in Guelph and surrounding areas.
Nekeisha Hercules-Lowe
Associate Lawyer
Called to the Ontario Bar in 2023 after 15+ years of international legal experience. Specializes in residential/commercial real estate and estates. Graduated from University of the West Indies and practiced in Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago before joining Travers Law.
Barry Paquette
Counsel
Certified family law specialist with the Law Society of Upper Canada. Practiced at all Ontario court levels including Court of Appeal. Served on boards for Anselma House and Big Sisters while maintaining focus on divorce, custody, and property division matters.
Questions
Do I need title insurance for my property purchase?
Yes, title insurance protects against undetected title defects and real estate fraud. We include title insurance administration fees in our standard pricing.
How can I qualify for the Ontario Land Transfer Tax rebate?
First-time homebuyers under 18+ can claim rebates by occupying the home within 9 months. Maximum refund is $4,000 with proper documentation of citizenship status.
What identification do I need for real estate transactions?
Provide two valid IDs including one mandatory (passport/birth certificate) and one secondary (driver's license/SIN card) document for identity verification.
Can I complete transactions virtually?
Yes, we offer virtual appointments for document signing and consultations with secure electronic communication throughout the process.
How does your ethical fee structure work?
Our fixed-fee pricing eliminates hourly billing. Costs are determined by transaction stages rather than time spent, ensuring no unexpected charges.
