Statement of Claim — Superior Court
This package covers the drafting of a Statement of Claim for an Ontario Superior Court of Justice action. A Statement of Claim is the document that formally commences a civil lawsuit in Superior Court. It sets out the facts relied upon, the legal basis for the claim, and the relief sought. This package covers drafting only — court filing fees and any subsequent steps are separate.
What Is Included
- Consultation to review facts and legal basis (up to 60 minutes)
- Review of relevant documents (up to 20 pages)
- Drafting of Statement of Claim
- One round of revisions
- Guidance on filing and service procedures
What Is Not Included
- Court filing fees (payable to the court)
- Process server or service fees
- Subsequent pleadings (Defence, Reply)
- Motions, discoveries, or trial preparation
- Ongoing litigation representation
Who This Service Is For
Information Required from You
- 1Full description of the facts and circumstances
- 2All parties involved (names, addresses, roles)
- 3Copies of relevant contracts, communications, or documents
- 4Amount claimed and basis for damages
Common Add-Ons
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Limitations
- •This package covers drafting only. Court filing fees are additional.
- •Commencement of litigation is a significant step — consult with a lawyer about whether litigation is appropriate.
- •Limitation periods apply. Do not delay if your claim may be time-limited.
Fixed fee
$2,500
Plus HST; stated disbursements and third-party costs extra
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Fixed fee
$2,500
Plus HST; stated disbursements and third-party costs extra