AREAS OF EXPERTISE

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when you are ready for your immigration journey to Canada, True North Legal Services should be your first step to book and initial consultation in order to discuss your immigration options.  The following Services are provided:

• Refugee (IRB) 
• Visitor Visas
• ICT/Owner Operation Work Visa
• CETA Work Visa
• Family Sponsorships
• LMIA
• Open Work Permits
• Permanent Resident Card
• Citizenship Applications

 A sworn declaration is a document with a set of statements that you declare and affirm to be true (such as an “affidavit”). You need to do this infront of a “commissioner of oaths”. A commissioner of

oaths is someone authorized by the Province of Ontario to witness certain kinds of sworn declarations. You could be asked to affirm a declaration when you apply to the government for something or by a company when they need information from you. It may be a form given to you or you may be expected to write it yourself.

Sometimes government forms ask you to sign them in front of a “notary public”. A notary public is a person authorized by the Province of Ontario to witness the swearing of oaths and to certify documents. Declarations that will be sent outside of Ontario need to be “notarized”. You may also need the services of a notary if you require certified copies of documents. We will make photocopies and then “certify” them as copies of the original by having the notary public sign the copies.

• Statutory declaration (re: common law status, marriage abroad, work experience, etc.)
• Invitation Letters for Visit visas (for family, friends, etc)
• Certified True Copies (of Driver’s License, Passports, Diplomas, Birth Certificates, Permanent Residency cards
• “Travel Consent” letter for children traveling abroad with spouse or family member)
• Custodianship Declaration Form
• Passport forms and applications (for Adult or Child)
• Name Change Application
• Sworn Statement for a Family Gift of a Used Vehicle in the Province of Ontario
• Guarantor
• OSAP Form
• Used Vehicle Transfer Form
• Common-law Declaration
• Automobile Proof of Loss insurance form
• Certificate of Authorization for Professional Corporation
• Diplomas and Degrees
• Affidavits (i.e. Commissioner of Oaths, etc.)sworn statement by an individual
• Certify Copies of Original documents

Simply put, having the right representation to deal with insurance companies can help you to get the maximum allowable from your claim.  As  concerned intermediaries, we have the knowledge and experience to comprehend the process, which has to be properly documented and communicated (with supporting materials) for each individual claim.  

If you or a family member has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to compensation for the following:

• Income Replacement, non-earner and Caregiver Benefits.
• Medical, Rehabilitation and Attendant care benefits
• Payment of other Expenses;
  • educational expenses
  • Expenses of visitors
  • Housekeeping
  • Cost of examination etc.

A paralegal can advise you in a number of different capacities including, but not limited to:

• As a consultant, a paralegal can offer advice on your rights under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS);
• Proper preparation: a paralegal  will ensure that obscure oversights do not happen when filling out what can be a daunting amount and complexity of paper work;
• A paralegal will advise you on what insurance company paperwork NOT to sign, what statements NOT to give in order to protect your rights and will relieve you from having to speak to insurance company representatives so you can focus on your recovery;
• Mediator or negotiator: a paralegal will advocate your case with an insurer or adjuster to ensure you get the best possible resolution;
• On your behalf, preparing necessary documents, representing your interests in any Dispute Resolution Proceedings, in Small Claims Court, or in a private negotiations or mediations to facilitate a settlement.

Dealing with WSIB Claims can prove to be a daunting, confusing and overwhelming experience; especially if you have been injured at the work place and are not mentally and physically equipped to handle the stress of a Claim. There are many questions, forms, processes and policies that needs to be handled.  At these times, you can trust that at True North Legal Services we are here to help and navigate on your behalf.  

Every case is individually cared for with the concern, because your well being and a successful outcome is our major goal.