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About Brown Beattie O’Donovan LLP
We are a full-service law firm with over 75 years of experience, and we are dedicated to providing our clients with the individualized attention they deserve. Our reputation for delivering expert legal services at fair rates precedes us, and we are committed to providing our clients with the best possible representation.
Please note that a lawyer and client relationship will not be established until a retainer agreement has been signed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create any retainer or relationship between the reader and Brown Beattie O’Donovan LLP.
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- Accident & Personal Injury Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law & Liens
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Family Law
- Family Mediation
- Franchise Law
- Insolvency & Bankruptcy
- Insurance Litigation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Real Estate Law
- Trademark Law
- Trusts, Wills & Estates Law
Whether or not you need a lawyer will depend on the circumstances of your case. For more information, please submit your contact information as well as a brief description of the issues in the form provided and we will get in touch with you.
Unfortunately, we do not accept legal aid as a payment option.
The length of proceedings will depend on the circumstances of your case. Factors that can affect the timeline include: whether and how vigorously it is defended, availability and quality of evidence, court availability etc. For more information, please submit your contact information below and we will get in touch with you.
For cases like car accidents, slips and falls, and medical malpractice (among others), we generally invoice on a contingency basis. That means that we are paid a percentage of the settlement plus expenses — you don’t pay until we win. Our initial consultation is free.
Most personal injury cases will be resolved within 3 years. However it is important to understand that the particular circumstances of a case may have a significant impact on the length of time needed to resolve it. For more information, please submit your contact information below and we will get in touch with you.
If you are thinking about starting a lawsuit, we suggest you contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Deadlines for commencing a lawsuit apply in virtually every case. The particular deadline will depend on the nature of your claim and the facts of the case.
For general litigation cases, we require a retainer before taking any action. The retainer is not an indication of the final fee. Fees are charged on an hourly basis and our lawyers’ hourly rates will vary depending on their level of experience. Contact us for further details.
For real estate purchases, sales, or refinances, we usually charge a set fee plus usual disbursements and land transfer tax. In most cases, we can give a fairly accurate quote once we have the details of the property subject to transaction.
With most real estate purchases, the first step is to send us your signed offer using fax or email. This will allow our clerks to get the process started, which will typically take 3 weeks.
For wills and power of attorney, we have a set fee, but the fee can vary depending on the complexity of the estate. Please contact us for further details.
If it is straightforward, a will can usually be prepared within 2 weeks. The biggest questions you’ll need to consider and be prepared to answer are: who will take care of the estate (executor)?; if you have minor children – who will take care of them?; and where/to whom do you want your assets to go?
Small Claims Court is for claims up to $35,000; you can sue for money or the return of personal property. The Court is set so claims can be handled without a lawyer’s assistance. You can go to the courthouse and ask for a small claims package – the instructions are easy to follow.
If your lawyer practiced with Brown Beattie O’Donovan, Cram & Associates, Seabrook, Miller & Trudell, Marcus Tobin, Gent Schuessler, or Gent Park, we likely still have the will. We have the wills from the following retired and/or deceased lawyers as well as those prepared by our current lawyers.
Charles Brown
William Beattie
Vincent O’Donovan
Joseph M. Dillon
Andrew King
Martin Marcus
Barry Tobin
David Miller
Paul Trudell
Robert Livingstone
Thomas Gibson
John Cram
Daniel Mailer
Robert Furlonger
Leo Gent
Scott Schuessler
Horace Park
Hugh Fraser
Leon Shanfeld
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Things to do in London in November!
😂 Sorry! A Festival of Comedy will be playing in various venues across the city, featuring Canadian comedy legends such as Tom Green and Demetri Martin 🗓️ Nov 3 - 8 @sorrycomedyfest
🎶 Newfoundland Songbook brings the colourful history of Newfoundland’s fishers and loggers, sealers and whalers is told with story, song and incredible visuals in this engaging musical at Aeolian Hall. 🗓️ Nov 15.
🎭 Opera Western presents stunning performances at Western University. 🗓️ Nov 20 - 23 @westernu
✨ Christmas Truce at Fanshawe Pioneer Village invites you to step back in time for a moving and memorable holiday event. 🗓️ Nov 28 - 29 @fanshawepioneervillage
What are you getting up to in London this November?
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🎃🦇 Happy Halloween from all of us at Brown Beattie O’Donovan!
We hope everyone receives more treats than tricks this year.
What’s everyone dressing up as? 👻
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Who’s getting excited for Halloween? 🎃
We’re excited to check out a new spooky Halloween event for London this year @pumpkinsafterdarklondon
Pumpkins After Dark is North America`s largest award-winning Halloween event, and it’s coming to London for the first time this year!
Experience all kinds of spooky fun for all ages, including a 1km walk through an illuminated pumpkin festival, a 3D monster maze, and live pumpkin carving. 👻
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This year, as always, we’re thankful for our wonderful team, clients, and our #LondONT community.
Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving weekend from everyone at Brown Beattie O’Donovan.
What are you feeling thankful for?
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✨ Skip posting about your accident or injuries
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At Brown Beattie O’Donovan, we want you to stay connected and protected. If you’re unsure about your situation, our team is here to help.
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There’s nothing better than fresh, local food from people who care about our community. 🍎 Visit the Western Fair Market and Covent Garden Market this September to enjoy the best of London’s farms and makers. Brown Beattie O’Donovan is proud to support local businesses that keep our city thriving.
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On Sept 20–21, Doors Open London invites you to explore the history, culture, and hidden gems of our city — all for free! At Brown Beattie O’Donovan, we’re proud to be part of a community that values its heritage and opens its doors to learning and connection.
Check out @tourismlondon for all the details!
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