Buset LLP

Buset LLP, established in 1980 by Richard Buset, has grown into a prominent full-service law firm located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. With a team of over 40 professionals, the firm offers comprehensive legal services across various practice areas, including corporate and business law, employment and labour law, family law, real estate and development law, wills and estate law, and litigation and dispute resolution. This diverse expertise enables Buset LLP to provide clients with integrated and effective legal solutions tailored to their specific needs.

The firm's reputation is built on a foundation of high-quality, thorough, and compassionate legal representation. Buset LLP combines strong traditions with innovative approaches to the practice of law, ensuring that clients receive both time-honored wisdom and modern strategies. The firm's commitment to excellence is reflected in its active involvement in the Thunder Bay community, with staff members participating in various facets of local life to contribute to the city's betterment.

At Buset LLP, client service is paramount. The firm prioritizes clear communication and collaboration, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their legal matters. By fostering a supportive and understanding environment, Buset LLP ensures that clients feel confident and at ease throughout the legal process. This client-centric approach underscores the firm's dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for those it serves.

About Buset LLP

Founded in 1980

Practice areas

Family

Lawsuits & Disputes

Employment & Labor

Private Client

Real Estate

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Family

Buset LLP's family law department offers comprehensive services, including negotiating separation agreements, handling divorce proceedings, and representing clients in court applications for custody, support, and division of net family property. The firm's lawyers manage all court appearances, supported by experienced law clerks who draft necessary documents. Additionally, they assist with related legal matters arising from marital separation, such as estate planning and real estate transfers. The department emphasizes mediation to promote communication and cooperation between parties, aiming for cost-effective and confidential resolutions that benefit all involved, especially children.

Adoption

Child Abuse

Child Custody

Child Support

Child Visitation

Collaborative Law

Divorce & Separation

Domestic Violence

Father's Rights

Marriage

Military Divorce

Same Sex & LGBT

Annulment

Lawsuits & Disputes

Buset LLP's Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice offers comprehensive legal services across various areas, including commercial conflicts, contract and lease disputes, construction liens, debt collections, mortgage enforcements, bankruptcy and insolvency litigation, real estate disputes, estate litigation, professional negligence claims, property damage, product liability, occupiers liability, personal injury, insurance claims, insurance defense, insurance coverage issues, fuel spills and other contamination issues, landlord and tenant matters, small claim matters, and employment and labour disputes. The firm is experienced in handling cases before administrative and regulatory tribunals, all levels of court in Ontario, the Federal Court of Canada, and the Supreme Court of Canada. Utilizing a sophisticated file handling system, Buset LLP efficiently manages complex litigation matters, including the electronic manipulation of extensive documentation during discoveries and trials. The team is recognized for providing cost-effective, knowledgeable, and valuable representation, focusing on clients' best interests and exploring all available options for resolution, whether through settlement, mediation, arbitration, or trial.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration

Appeal

Class Action

General Litigation

Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Employment & Labor

Buset LLP's Employment and Labour Law Group offers comprehensive legal services to private and public sector clients, including those regulated provincially and federally, as well as not-for-profit organizations. Their expertise encompasses employment contracts, dismissals, human rights issues, employment standards, occupational health and safety, labour relations, privacy, and workplace safety and insurance. The team regularly represents clients before courts, labour arbitrators, labour relations boards, human rights tribunals, and other administrative bodies. They provide guidance on collective agreement negotiations, attendance and disability management, discipline and termination, employment contract drafting and interpretation, employment standards, grievance arbitration, human rights, management training, mediation and conciliation, labour litigation, occupational health and safety, pay equity, privacy and access to information, professional discipline, restrictive covenants, and workplace safety and insurance.

Employment Rights

Hiring & Firing

Job Discrimination

Labor Law

Pension

Retirement

Sexual Harassment

Social Security

Wage & Hour

Wrongful Termination

Whistleblower & Qui Tam

Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Private Client

Elder Law

Estate Planning

Guardianship

Nursing Home Abuse

Probate

Trusts

Will & Testament

Elder Abuse Law

Real Estate

Buset LLP provides comprehensive legal services in real estate and development law, assisting clients with residential and commercial property transactions, including purchases, sales, and financing. Their expertise encompasses drafting agreements of purchase and sale, managing mortgages and refinancing, and handling residential and commercial leases. The firm is actively involved in land use approvals, planning, subdivision of property, and condominium development. They represent clients before municipal bodies such as the Committee of Adjustment, City and Town Councils, and the Ontario Land Tribunal, ensuring compliance with local regulations and facilitating successful project outcomes.

Commercial Real Estate

Conveyancing

Housing, Construction & Development

Foreclosure

Land Use & Zoning

Landlord & Tenant

Mortgage

Real Estate Due Diligence

Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations

Brokerage

Natural Resources

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