Real estate law, handled personally — from offer to closing day
Barbarian Law® is a real estate law firm in Aurora, Ontario, acting for buyers, sellers, and borrowers on residential and commercial purchases, sales, refinances, title transfers, and commercial leasing across the Greater Toronto Area — on published all-in flat fees. No retainer. No deposit. Invoiced after the work is delivered.
Buying, selling, or financing property in Ontario is one of the most significant decisions you will ever make. At Barbarian Law®, the legal side of that decision is handled with care, precision, and complete transparency. We are a boutique transactional firm — every file is handled personally by a licensed Ontario lawyer, with the fee published before you retain us and the invoice issued after the work is done. You will never wonder where things stand.
The name may be unconventional. The service is not: over 350 real estate transactions closed, with total deal volume surpassing $150 million. Whether you are a first-time buyer in Aurora, an investor acquiring commercial property in the GTA, or a business owner moving real estate into a corporation, we act on the whole transaction — and because the firm also practises corporate law and wills & estate planning, the pieces of your file that touch each other are handled under one roof.
Barbarian Law® · 14981 Yonge Street, Upstairs, Aurora, ON L4G 1M5 · (647) 290-3565 · Serving all of Toronto & the GTA
Residential real estate
We act for buyers, sellers, and borrowers on residential transactions of every kind — the full lifecycle of a property, from the moment an offer is accepted to the day title is registered in your name. Buying for the first time? Start with our guide to the five legal mistakes first-time homebuyers make.
Purchases
Freehold purchase
We review your Agreement of Purchase and Sale, conduct a full title search, coordinate with your lender, prepare the Statement of Adjustments, and register the deed and mortgage electronically on closing day — followed by a full reporting letter with all documentation.
Condominium purchase
Everything in a freehold purchase, plus a thorough review of the status certificate — the document that reveals the financial and legal health of the condo corporation before you are committed. One of the most overlooked steps in a condo purchase; we treat it seriously.
New build & pre-construction
Contract review, occupancy closing, and final closing. Engage us before you sign with the builder — we flag problematic clauses, Tarion warranty implications, and closing costs builders bury in schedules. Each stage is a separate engagement with its own flat fee.
Assignment of purchase agreement
Selling or buying a contractual interest before closing — typically a pre-construction unit. We review the assignment agreement, advise on HST implications, and ensure the builder’s consent requirements are satisfied, acting for either side.
Sales
Residential sale
We prepare your title for transfer, coordinate the discharge of existing mortgages, prepare and review the Statement of Adjustments, and ensure closing funds are received and disbursed accurately. Net proceeds are paid out to you from trust once the closing funds are received.
Mortgages & title
Mortgage refinance
Switching lenders or pulling equity out — we receive and review your lender’s instructions, discharge the existing mortgage, and register the new one. We ask for lender instructions at least 7 business days before closing for a smooth transaction.
Mortgage discharge
Paid off your mortgage? We handle the discharge registration with the lender and file it on title. A clean title is a protected title.
Private mortgage
Private financing operates outside the traditional banking system and carries distinct legal considerations. We review the mortgage commitment, advise on terms, and ensure the transaction is properly documented and registered. Private mortgage borrower representation →
Title transfer
Transfers between spouses, adding or removing family members, gifting, and estate-related changes — each involving a title search, preparation of the transfer deed, and registration. Title changes often intersect with estate planning; we handle both sides.
Survivorship application
When a joint tenant passes away, the survivor acquires their interest automatically — but the transfer must be formally registered. We prepare and file the survivorship application so the registry reflects current ownership and estate administration is not delayed.
Interprovincial closing
Ontario-based clients purchasing property in another province sometimes need Ontario counsel for document execution, independent legal advice, or coordination with out-of-province lawyers. We provide that support as a flat-fee service.
Have a closing date already? The earlier we open the file, the smoother closing day goes.
Commercial real estate
Commercial transactions are more complex, carry higher stakes, and require a lawyer who has read the full picture — not just the price. We act for buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and borrowers, from single-unit retail to multi-property acquisitions. Buying or selling the business alongside the building? See our commercial exit strategies practice.
Purchase & sale
Commercial purchase or sale
Title search and requisitions, zoning and official plan compliance, PPSA and corporate searches against the vendor, and title insurance. We draft or review the closing documents, coordinate with lenders, and close cleanly — office, retail, industrial, mixed-use, and income-producing properties across the GTA.
Transfer to corporation
Moving personally held commercial property into a corporation for liability, estate, or tax structuring. We handle the conveyancing and — where the deal involves a rollover under the Income Tax Act — coordinate with your accountant and our own corporate practice so the legal and financial pieces align.
Commercial leasing
Lease drafting
Custom lease agreements drafted from scratch — not a generic template — covering rent structure, permitted use, exclusivity, renewal options, tenant improvement obligations, and termination rights. Subordination, non-disturbance, and attornment agreements included where required.
Lease review
Before you sign, you should understand exactly what you are agreeing to. We review landlord-form leases, identify uncommonly one-sided clauses, and advise on negotiating positions. A review before signing costs far less than a dispute after. Restaurant or venue lease? See hospitality leases on the Commercial page.
Commercial financing
Commercial debt financing
More than signing a commitment letter. We review lender loan agreements, advise on security documents, and make sure financing terms are clearly understood before funds advance — conventional commercial mortgages, term loans, and construction financing, coordinating directly with your lender’s counsel. Businesses with recurring needs can explore fractional general counsel.
We close deals, and refer court work out. Barbarian Law® is a transactional firm. If a dispute arises — a failed closing, a title claim, a boundary issue — Karim can assess it and negotiate before anything is filed. If it goes to court, we refer you promptly to litigation counsel, provide whatever background the file requires, and can continue as your transactional counsel alongside them.
Where we work
We are based in Aurora and serve clients across Ontario. Real estate transactions are handled electronically through Teraview — Ontario’s land registration system — so geography is rarely a barrier. If you are searching for a real estate lawyer in Aurora, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Vaughan, Markham, or anywhere across the GTA, you are in our region.
Home base — York Region
- Aurora
- Richmond Hill
- Newmarket
- Vaughan
- Markham
Toronto & inner city
- Downtown Core
- North York
- Scarborough
- Etobicoke
- Mimico
- East York
- York
Greater Toronto Area
- Mississauga
- Brampton
- Oakville
- Burlington
- Pickering
- Ajax
- Whitby
- Oshawa
- Milton
- Caledon
- King City
- Stouffville
- East Gwillimbury
- Georgina
Extended reach
- Barrie
- Innisfil
- Bradford
- Orangeville
- Collingwood
- Wasaga Beach
- Midland
- Hamilton
- Guelph
- Kitchener
- Cambridge
- Peterborough
- Kingston
Out of province
- All Canadian provinces — interprovincial closing support for Ontario-based clients
Flat fees. All-in. Never evergreen.
No retainer. No deposit. Invoiced after the work is delivered. Closing funds pass through our trust account because the law requires it; your legal fee is paid on closing, never up front. Purchase with one mortgage $1,650 · sale $1,500 · purchase and sale together $2,950 · refinance $1,250, all + HST. Each price is all-in: the only extras are land transfer tax, government registration and Teranet fees, a condo status certificate, similar-name execution letters, title insurance, and per-item charges of $150 + HST for each additional discharge. Paying out other debts from your proceeds is quoted in writing. Line by line: real estate lawyer fees in Ontario.
Frequently asked questions
What does a real estate lawyer actually do?
In Ontario only a licensed lawyer can register a transfer or mortgage on title. Beyond registration, Karim reviews your Agreement of Purchase and Sale, searches title and executions, deals with your lender and the other side, prepares the statement of adjustments, moves funds through trust and reports to you and your lender after closing.
How much will my closing cost?
Purchase with one mortgage $1,650, sale $1,500, purchase and sale together $2,950, refinance $1,250, all + HST and all-in. Outside the price: land transfer tax, government registration and Teranet fees, a condo status certificate, similar-name execution letters, title insurance, $150 + HST for each additional discharge. Paying out other debts from your proceeds is quoted in writing. Commercial purchases and sales under $1 million start at $2,500 + HST.
Do I have to pay anything up front?
No retainer. No deposit. Invoiced after the work is delivered. Closing funds pass through our trust account because the law requires it; your legal fee is paid on closing, never up front.
When should I involve a real estate lawyer?
The moment your offer is accepted, or before you sign if it is a private sale, an assignment or a builder agreement. For a refinance, we need lender instructions at least 7 business days before closing.
Can a first-time buyer get the land transfer tax rebate?
Yes, if eligible: up to $4,000 off the provincial tax, plus Toronto’s municipal rebate on a Toronto purchase. The rebates are claimed at registration as a standard part of your purchase file.
Can you handle the corporate side of a property deal?
Yes. Buying through a holding company, setting up a corporation for an investment property, or a shareholder agreement among co-owners is handled under one roof alongside the closing.
Should I update my will when I buy property?
Usually. A new home is often the largest asset in your estate. A will is $750, a will with both powers of attorney is $1,100, mirror wills for a couple are $1,200, and a complete estate plan for a couple is $1,800, all + HST.
Do you take real estate disputes or litigation?
Early disputes, yes: Karim can assess them and negotiate before anything is filed. Barbarian Law® is a transactional firm, so court proceedings are referred to litigation counsel.
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What our real estate clients say
“Karim was a great lawyer for closing our first home purchase. He made the process easy and was always available to answer all of our questions along the way. He was professional, reliable, and had great communication at every step with all parties.”
“…he was knowledgeable and up front no hidden costs proper breakdown of what and why he was charging us… we felt confident we were in good hands from beginning to end! 100% recommend him for your real estate needs!”
“The process was quite extensive, but Karim worked tirelessly to get the job done and by the required deadline… especially considering that this was my first time refinancing a property.”
Your lawyer
Karim Eshqoor · BBA · LLB · LLM · Called to the Ontario Bar, June 2021
Karim is the founder of Barbarian Law® and handles every real estate file personally. His background spans residential and commercial transactions, corporate work, and wills and estates — areas that frequently intersect in real property deals. He is direct, reachable, and committed to making the legal process feel less intimidating and more human, regardless of how complex the transaction may be. Learn more about the firm.
Karim speaks conversational Farsi and warmly welcomes clients from the Persian-speaking community. به فارسی صحبت میکنیم.
Also at Barbarian Law®: corporate & business transactions, commercial contracts, buying & selling a business, wills & estate planning, sports representation, fractional general counsel, and notary services. Referral partner or realtor? Let’s talk.
This page is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every transaction is unique. For advice specific to your file, please contact Barbarian Law® directly. Barbarian Law® is a registered trademark (TMA 1,359,734).