Small Claims Court — Plaintiff's Claim
Ready to sue in Small Claims Court? This package covers drafting of your Plaintiff's Claim — the form that officially starts your Small Claims Court action in Ontario. A well-drafted Plaintiff's Claim clearly sets out who you are suing, why, and exactly what you want. Poor drafting can lead to claims being struck, reduced, or dismissed. Let a lawyer do it right.
What Is Included
- Consultation to review your facts and instructions (up to 45 minutes)
- Review of supporting documents (up to 15 pages)
- Drafting of Plaintiff's Claim (Form 7A)
- One round of revisions
- Filing and service instructions
What Is Not Included
- Court filing fees (payable to the court)
- Process server fees
- Representation at settlement conferences or trial
- Defence of a counterclaim
- Claims exceeding the $50,000 Small Claims limit
Who This Service Is For
Information Required from You
- 1Full legal names and addresses of all parties
- 2Description of the claim and amount sought
- 3Copies of contracts, invoices, or relevant communications
- 4Basis for the claim (breach of contract, damage, etc.)
Common Add-Ons
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Limitations
- •Court filing fees are additional and are paid directly to the court.
- •Limitation periods apply. Do not delay — a two-year limitation period generally applies in Ontario.
- •This package covers drafting only. Representation at hearings is not included.
Fixed fee
$2,000
Plus HST; stated disbursements and third-party costs extra
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Fixed fee
$2,000
Plus HST; stated disbursements and third-party costs extra