Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Real Estate and Estate Planning
At Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP, your needs are our priority. We are a client-oriented boutique law firm that combines a personal touch with large firm expertise to provide approachable and professional legal services. Our practice focuses on two of the most important and emotional legal needs individuals face: residential real estate and estate planning. With decades of combined experience, our team works closely with clients, real estate agents, and mortgage professionals to ensure smooth transactions and comprehensive estate solutions.We emphasize transparency, personalized service, and meticulous attention to detail in every case. Our Toronto and Pickering offices serve clients across Ontario with the highest standards of legal professionalism.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Estate Planning
Wills
Power of Attorney
Trusts
Probate
Corporate Commercial Law
Real Estate Refinancing
Legal Network Management
Corporate Relocation
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience in residential real estate and estate planning law.
- Our client-oriented approach ensures personalized attention to every case.
- We combine boutique service with large-firm expertise and resources.
- Our team works directly with real estate and mortgage professionals for seamless transactions.
- We provide comprehensive legal solutions for complex real estate and estate matters.
Services
Residential Real Estate
We handle all aspects of residential real estate transactions including purchases, sales, and refinancing. Our services cover title searches, mortgage documentation, tax certifications, and closing coordination. With experienced lawyers in Toronto and Pickering, we ensure smooth, worry-free property transfers for first-time buyers, investors, and homeowners across Ontario.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services protect your loved ones through comprehensive wills, trusts, and power of attorney arrangements. We guide clients through complex estate decisions, tax planning, and guardianship arrangements. Our lawyers provide sensitive, expert counsel to create legally sound documents that reflect your wishes and secure your family's future.
Power of Attorney
We prepare property and personal care power of attorney documents to ensure your affairs are managed according to your wishes. Our legal team explains the implications of different POA types and helps establish arrangements for financial management and healthcare decisions during incapacity, providing peace of mind for clients and families.
Probate Services
We assist executors with probate processes and estate administration, including will validation, asset distribution, and tax filings. Our lawyers provide clear guidance through probate court requirements, helping families settle estates efficiently while minimizing conflicts and ensuring compliance with Ontario's estate laws.
Corporate Law
Beyond real estate and estates, we offer corporate commercial law services including business formations, contracts, and commercial transactions. Our corporate relocation and legal network management services support businesses navigating complex regulatory environments while maintaining our commitment to personalized, high-quality legal representation.
People
Max Cohen
Senior Partner
Max Cohen Barristors & Solicitors specializes in real estate law with two decades of experience in private equity transactions and residential property law. He leads Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP's real estate practice, combining extensive legal expertise with personalized client service.
Adrienne Swift
Partner
Adrienne Swift focuses on wills and estates practice, developing comprehensive estate planning solutions. With deep expertise in probate matters, she helps clients create legally sound documents that protect their families and financial legacies.
Michael Klein
Associate Lawyer
Michael Klein practices residential real estate law, specializing in property transactions. He joined Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP after articling with the firm in 2016, bringing focused expertise to real estate closings and mortgage documentation.
Stephanie Molinaro
Associate Lawyer
Stephanie Molinaro concentrates on real estate law and corporate transactions. Since joining Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP in 2016, she has developed expertise in property transfers and commercial legal matters across Toronto and Pickering markets.
Questions
What areas of law does Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP specialize in?
Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP specializes in residential real estate transactions and estate planning, including wills, power of attorney, trusts, and probate matters across Toronto and Pickering.
How does Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP handle real estate transactions?
We manage all aspects of property purchases, sales, and refinancing including title searches, mortgage documentation, tax certifications, and closing coordination with personalized attention to each client's needs.
What estate planning services are available?
We provide comprehensive estate planning including will preparation, trust establishment, power of attorney documents, and probate guidance tailored to protect your family's future.
Can Cohen Barristors & Solicitors LLP assist with corporate legal matters?
Yes, we offer corporate commercial law services including business formations, contracts, and commercial transactions alongside our specialized real estate and estate planning practices.
