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Law firms in Hamilton, Ontario

LawDB lists 21 law firms in Hamilton, Ontario, with an average Google rating of 4.9 across 2,227 reviews. The practice areas with the most firms are personal injury (8), criminal defence (5), wills and estates (4), real estate (3). The highest-rated is Derek Wilson Hamilton Personal Injury & Disability Lawyer (5.0 stars from 100 reviews). Several firms are located on Main St W and King St E.

21firms listed
4.9average rating
2,227Google reviews
21rated 4.5+

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Personal Injury lawyers 8Criminal Defence lawyers 5Wills & Estates lawyers 4Real Estate 3Litigation 3Family 2Employment 2Business 1Traffic Tickets 1

Top-rated firms in Hamilton

Derek Wilson Hamilton Personal Injury & Disability Lawyer★★★★★ 5.0 from 100 Google reviews · Personal Injury · 19 Bold St #1, Hamilton, ON L8P 1T3Stampone Law★★★★★ 5.0 from 36 Google reviews · General Practice · 426 ON-8, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1G2TEMPLE OF JUSTICE LEGAL SERVICE★★★★★ 5.0 from 31 Google reviews · General Practice · 1030 Upper James St Unit 403, Hamilton, ON L9C 6X6The Riley Divorce & Family Law Firm★★★★★ 5.0 from 29 Google reviews · Family Law, Divorce, High-Net-Worth Divorce · 62 King St E Ste 303, Hamilton, ON L8N 1A6Jag Virk Lawyers★★★★★ 5.0 from 27 Google reviews · Criminal Defence · 1 Hunter St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W8Lalande Personal Injury & Long-Term Disability Lawyers★★★★★ 4.9 from 292 Google reviews · Personal Injury, Disability · 25 Main St W Ste 1616, Hamilton, ON L8P 1H1Collett Read LLP★★★★★ 4.9 from 248 Google reviews · Traffic Tickets · 25 Main St W Ste 2200, Hamilton, ON L8P 1H6Hometown Law★★★★★ 4.9 from 213 Google reviews · 841 Upper Wentworth St, Hamilton, ON L9A 4W5Hepburn Criminal Law★★★★★ 4.9 from 178 Google reviews · Criminal Defence, Employment Law, Wills & Estates · UNION GAS BUILDING, 20 Hughson St S, Hamilton, ON L8N 2A1Bernstein Law Group Personal Injury Lawyers★★★★★ 4.9 from 103 Google reviews · Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defence · 250 James St S, Hamilton, ON L8P 3B3J Boskovic Law Firm★★★★★ 4.9 from 100 Google reviews · General Practice · 31 King St W, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1H2Nolan, Ciarlo LLP★★★★★ 4.9 from 80 Google reviews · 1 King St W #700, Hamilton, ON L8P 1A1Li Cheng Business & Real Estate Law★★★★★ 4.9 from 53 Google reviews · Real Estate, Wills & Estates, Business Law · 10 George St Ste 200, Hamilton, ON L8P 1C8EB PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER★★★★★ 4.9 from 30 Google reviews · Personal Injury · 23 King St W Basement, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1H1East Law★★★★★ 4.8 from 109 Google reviews · Criminal Defence · 8 Main St E Ste 201, Hamilton, ON L8N 1E8Stayshyn Law Offices★★★★★ 4.8 from 102 Google reviews · Personal Injury · 795 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8M 1A8Lamont Law★★★★★ 4.8 from 93 Google reviews · Personal Injury · 44 Charlton Ave W, Hamilton, ON L8P 2C1Dudzic, Peter★★★★★ 4.8 from 61 Google reviews · General Practice · 883 Upper Wentworth St, Hamilton, ON L9A 4Y6Van Looyen and Fallon Law Professional Corporation★★★★★ 4.8 from 22 Google reviews · Family Law, Civil Litigation · 25 Main St W Suite 601, Hamilton, ON L8N 1E8Ross & McBride LLP★★★★★ 4.6 from 229 Google reviews · 1 King St W 10th Floor, Hamilton, ON L8P 4W7

All 21 law firms in Hamilton

How to choose a lawyer in Hamilton

  1. Start with the kind of case you have, then narrow by practice area.
  2. Check that the lawyer is licensed with the Law Society of Ontario.
  3. Compare Google ratings together with the number of reviews.
  4. Ask about fees, retainers and billing before you sign.
  5. If the matter is large, speak to more than one firm.

Frequently asked questions

How many law firms does LawDB list in Hamilton?

LawDB lists 21 law firms in Hamilton.

How do I find a good lawyer in Hamilton?

Start with the kind of case you have, then compare firms by Google rating, number of reviews and location. Confirm the lawyer is licensed with the Law Society of Ontario and ask how fees are charged before you sign.

Are Featured firms rated higher?

No. Ratings come from each firm's public Google listing. Featured firms are partner placements shown above the other listings, so read the rating and reviews as well as the badge.

Where can I get legal help in Hamilton if I cannot afford a lawyer?

You may qualify for help from Legal Aid Ontario. Many lawyers also offer a first consultation, and some offer limited-scope services, so ask when you call.

Do Hamilton lawyers handle cases outside the city?

Many do. Courts and clients are often spread across the region, so firms in Hamilton commonly act for people in nearby communities as well. Check the firm's profile or ask when you call.

Nearby cities

Oakville ~30 kmMississauga ~45 kmGuelph ~45 kmSt. Catharines ~50 kmEtobicoke ~50 kmBrampton ~55 km
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Ratings and review counts come from each firm's public Google business listing and are shown unedited, as a snapshot at the time the page was generated. Featured firms are LawDB partner placements shown above the other listings in their area; Featured status does not change a firm's rating. LawDB is a directory, not a law firm. The general information on this page is not legal advice, and laws and deadlines change, so speak to a licensed lawyer about your situation.