Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ottawa
KMH Lawyers is a leading Ottawa-based law firm with over 40 years of experience delivering legal expertise in real estate, family law, estate planning, civil litigation, and corporate law. Our team of seasoned professionals combines deep local knowledge with a client-focused approach to provide practical, timely, and effective legal solutions. With over 100 years of combined experience, we prioritize straightforward advice and personalized service while maintaining strong relationships with clients across the National Capital Region.Our lawyers regularly handle complex transactions, disputes, and corporate matters for individuals, businesses, and institutions. We emphasize alternative dispute resolution while maintaining robust litigation capabilities in Ontario courts and tribunals.
Services
Real Estate Law
Civil Litigation
Estate Litigation
Family Law
Small Claims Court
Business & Corporate Services
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of legal experience serving Ottawa
- Our lawyers offer 100+ combined years of legal expertise
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies
- Specialized in real estate, family law, and estate litigation
- Serve Ottawa and National Capital Region communities
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions for buyers, sellers, lenders, and developers. We manage purchase agreements, title searches, mortgage documents, and condominium certifications. Our team also negotiates commercial leases and facilitates property acquisitions for retail, office, and industrial spaces across Ottawa.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in breach of contract claims, property damage disputes, and other civil matters. Our litigation services cover Small Claims Court, Superior Court, and Court of Appeal proceedings. We also handle tribunal matters at the Landlord Tenant Board and Ontario Human Rights Tribunal while promoting mediation and arbitration solutions.
Estate Litigation
Our estate litigation practice addresses disputes over will validity, asset distribution, and executor responsibilities. We assist beneficiaries and estate trustees with contested estates while providing preventive planning to minimize future challenges. Our experience covers complex probate matters and intergenerational wealth transfer issues.
Family Law
We handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, and property division matters. Our family law team creates prenuptial agreements and provides sensitive representation during emotionally challenging separations. We advocate for clients through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings while prioritizing children's best interests.
Business & Corporate Services
Our corporate practice supports business formation, contract drafting, and commercial transactions. We assist with incorporations, partnership agreements, business sales, and regulatory compliance. Our services include commercial lease negotiations, corporate record maintenance, and ongoing legal counsel for small businesses and established corporations in Ottawa.
People
Nancie-Anne Heaphy
Real Estate Lawyer
Specializing in real estate transactions, Nancie-Anne guides clients through residential property purchases and sales with expertise developed over decades of Ottawa practice.
Miriam Vale Peters
Partner
As a partner with broad litigation experience, Miriam represents clients in commercial disputes and estate matters while maintaining a diverse general practice.
Evelyn Hein
Litigation Lawyer
Evelyn handles contractual disputes and estate litigation, applying her legal expertise to resolve complex conflicts through negotiated settlements or courtroom advocacy.
Elisha M.E. Kelly
Bilingual Lawyer
Serving clients in English and French, Elisha focuses on real estate transactions and corporate matters while leveraging her Pontiac County roots for local insights.
Ashley Amanda Wilson
Family Lawyer
Ashley specializes in matrimonial disputes and estate litigation, balancing compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy during challenging family law proceedings.
Questions
What legal services does KMH Lawyers offer?
We provide real estate law, family law, estate planning, civil litigation, and corporate law services to clients in Ottawa and the National Capital Region.
Why must I provide identification to use your services?
Ontario's Law Society requires client identification verification to prevent fraud and comply with legal professional conduct rules during all legal transactions.
Do you handle commercial real estate transactions?
Yes, our firm facilitates commercial property purchases, sales, and lease negotiations while representing both landlords and tenants in Ottawa's business community.
Can you assist with will and estate planning?
We create wills, powers of attorney, and trust arrangements while providing estate administration guidance to ensure your legacy planning meets legal requirements.
What experience do your lawyers have?
Our team has over 100 combined years of legal experience serving Ottawa since 1976, with specialized expertise in real estate, litigation, and corporate law.
Do you represent clients in Small Claims Court?
Yes, we provide affordable representation for claims up to $25,000 in Small Claims Court while helping clients navigate the litigation process efficiently.
