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Real Estate Lawyers in Windsor, Ontario

LawDB lists 5 real estate law firms in Windsor, Ontario, with an average Google rating of 4.8 across 1,245 reviews. 5 of them have a rating of 4.5 or higher. The highest-rated is Simplyclose Real Estate Law (5.0 stars from 299 reviews).

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Real Estate law firms in Windsor

Firm	Rating	Reviews	Address	Phone
Simplyclose Real Estate Law	5.0	299	625 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3Y1	(519) 997-3775
Farhat & Associates Law Firm	4.9	611	1 Hanna St W, Windsor, ON N8X 1C7	(519) 255-4382
Legal Focus LLP	4.8	128	1357 Ottawa St, Windsor, ON N8X 2E9	(226) 674-1120
McTague Law Firm LLP	4.6	34	455 Pelissier St, Windsor, ON N9A 6Z9	(519) 255-4300
Greg Monforton & Partners	4.5	173	1 Riverside Dr W #801, Windsor, ON N9A 5K3	(519) 258-6490

What real estate lawyers in Windsor help with

A real estate lawyer reviews the agreement of purchase and sale, searches title, prepares closing documents and handles the transfer of funds on closing day. They also act on sales, refinancing, new-build and pre-construction purchases, and condo or commercial property matters.

Buying a home, condo or investment property
Selling a property and clearing mortgages or liens
Refinancing or taking out a private mortgage
Reviewing a pre-construction or new-build agreement
Transferring a property between family members or into a company
Resolving title problems, boundary issues or easements

Real Estate law in Ontario: what to know

Buying property in Ontario involves a provincial land transfer tax (and, in Toronto, a separate municipal land transfer tax). A lawyer can estimate the closing costs you should budget for.

How to choose a real estate lawyer in Windsor

Confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Ask how much of their practice is real estate, and how recent their experience is with cases like yours.
Compare the Google rating together with the number of reviews, not the rating alone.
Read recent reviews for comments on communication and responsiveness.
Ask for the fee structure in writing before you sign, including what is billed separately.
Meet with more than one firm if the matter is large, and trust the one that explains your options clearly.

Questions to ask at your first consultation

What is your fee for this transaction, and what costs (title search, registration, courier) are extra?
Who in the firm will actually handle my file?
How soon before closing do you need the documents?
How do you handle a problem that appears on title just before closing?
Do you also deal with the mortgage lender's requirements?
What happens to my deposit if something goes wrong?

What to bring

Your signed agreement of purchase and sale
Your mortgage commitment or lender details
Government photo ID
Your insurance details and any condo documents
Any survey, title or tax documents you already have

How the process usually works

Send the lawyer the signed agreement and any conditions.
They review the contract and advise you before conditions are removed.
The lawyer searches title and prepares or reviews the mortgage and closing documents.
You sign and send closing funds ahead of the closing date.
On closing day the lawyer completes the transfer and registers the deed.

Costs and fees

Real estate work is usually quoted as a flat fee plus disbursements, which are third-party costs such as title searches and registration fees. Ask for the total in writing. Ask about disbursements (third-party costs), taxes, and what happens if your matter changes in scope. Many firms offer a first consultation, but confirm whether it is free.

Firm snapshots

Simplyclose Real Estate Law is one of the highest-rated firms on this page at 5.0 stars, based on 299 Google reviews. The office is at 625 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3Y1. Listed focus areas: Real Estate, Wills & Estates.

Farhat & Associates Law Firm is one of the highest-rated firms on this page at 4.9 stars, based on 611 Google reviews. The office is at 1 Hanna St W, Windsor, ON N8X 1C7.

Legal Focus LLP is one of the highest-rated firms on this page at 4.8 stars, based on 128 Google reviews. The office is at 1357 Ottawa St, Windsor, ON N8X 2E9.

McTague Law Firm LLP has a strong rating at 4.6 stars, based on 34 Google reviews. The office is at 455 Pelissier St, Windsor, ON N9A 6Z9.

Greg Monforton & Partners has a strong rating at 4.5 stars, based on 173 Google reviews. The office is at 1 Riverside Dr W #801, Windsor, ON N9A 5K3.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a real estate lawyer in Windsor?

Check that the lawyer is licensed with the Law Society of Ontario, ask how much of their practice is real estate, compare Google ratings and review counts, and get the fee structure in writing. Real estate work is usually quoted as a flat fee plus disbursements, which are third-party costs such as title searches and registration fees. Ask for the total in writing.

How many real estate firms does LawDB list in Windsor?

LawDB currently lists 5 real estate firms in Windsor, Ontario, out of 13 law firms in the city across all practice areas. The average Google rating of these firms is 4.8.

Does being a Featured firm mean a higher rating?

No. Ratings are taken from each firm's public Google listing and cannot be bought. Featured firms are partner placements shown at the top of the list, so look at the rating and reviews alongside the badge.

How can I check that a lawyer in Windsor is licensed?

Lawyers in Ontario are regulated by the Law Society of Ontario, which keeps a public directory you can search by name.

How much does a real estate lawyer cost in Windsor?

Real estate work is usually quoted as a flat fee plus disbursements, which are third-party costs such as title searches and registration fees. Ask for the total in writing. Fees vary by firm and by the complexity of your matter, so ask for an estimate in writing.

What should I bring to a first meeting with a real estate lawyer?

Bring: Your signed agreement of purchase and sale; Your mortgage commitment or lender details; Government photo ID; Your insurance details and any condo documents; Any survey, title or tax documents you already have.

How long do I have to act on a real estate matter in Ontario?

Deadlines depend on the kind of matter and sometimes on a date printed on your documents. Because these deadlines can be short, it is safest to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible.

Can I find a real estate lawyer near me in Windsor?

Yes. Each firm above shows its address and phone number, and the map on the Windsor page shows where firms are located. You can also use the search box on LawDB to filter by case type and location.

Other practice areas in Windsor

Wills & Estates 6Litigation 2Family 1Personal Injury 1Criminal Defence 1

Nearby cities

Sarnia ~90 km

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Last reviewed 2026-10. 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.