Petrone & Partners, established in 1953, is Thunder Bay's only full-service law firm, offering comprehensive legal services across various practice areas. The firm's team of partners and associates specializes in real estate, wills and estate planning, corporate and commercial law, family law, personal injury, civil litigation, Aboriginal law, and criminal defense. This breadth of expertise ensures that clients receive knowledgeable and tailored legal counsel for both personal and business matters.
With a legacy spanning over seven decades, Petrone & Partners has built a reputation for delivering professional yet personal legal services. The firm's commitment to upholding clients' rights and providing trusted advice has made it a cornerstone of the Thunder Bay legal community. The firm's history includes significant contributions to Canadian law, such as the role played by its founder, Alfred Petrone, in the abolition of the death penalty.
Petrone & Partners emphasizes a client-focused approach, ensuring that each case is handled with the utmost care and attention. The firm's structure allows for seamless collaboration among its legal professionals, enabling them to address complex legal issues that may span multiple areas of law. This integrated approach guarantees that clients receive comprehensive and effective legal solutions tailored to their unique needs.
About Petrone & Partners
Founded in 1953
Practice areas
Accidents & Injuries
Business
Criminal Defense
Family
Employment & Labor
Languages spoken
English
Practice areas
Accidents & Injuries
Petrone & Partners offers comprehensive legal services for individuals who have suffered personal injuries or disabilities. Their experienced team assists clients in navigating the complexities of personal injury claims, ensuring that their rights are protected and that they receive the compensation they deserve. The firm is committed to providing personalized support throughout the legal process, addressing each client's unique circumstances with professionalism and care.
Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death
Business
Petrone & Partners provides comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services, including company incorporations, business acquisitions and sales, commercial transactions, leasing agreements, and financing arrangements. Their expertise extends to partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, confidentiality agreements, litigation, and bankruptcy matters. With specialized knowledge of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario's key industries—such as manufacturing, forestry, mining, and healthcare—they offer tailored legal solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses in the region.
Accounting & Auditing
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Business Registration
Communications & Media Law
Contract
Due Diligence
Employer
Environment
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Health Care
Investment
International
Legal Document
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Oil, Gas & Energy
Securities
Tax
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Criminal Defense
Petrone & Partners offers comprehensive criminal defense services, emphasizing the importance of protecting clients' rights from the outset of any criminal accusation. They advise individuals to refrain from speaking with law enforcement without legal representation, as statements made can be used in prosecution. The firm highlights that misunderstandings can escalate into prolonged legal issues, even for innocent parties. George Joseph, a respected criminal lawyer at the firm, ensures clients' rights are safeguarded throughout the legal process, including during initial law enforcement interviews. Clients are encouraged to contact Petrone & Partners before engaging with authorities to prevent potential complications and to receive guidance tailored to their specific situations.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Cannabis
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime
Family
Petrone & Partners offers comprehensive family law services, assisting clients with divorce, separation, spousal support, child custody, division of assets and debts, and settlement of the family home. The firm emphasizes negotiation and mediation to reach amicable agreements, reserving court proceedings as a last resort. Their approach includes drafting separation agreements and facilitating mediation to resolve disputes efficiently. If mediation is unsuccessful, they are prepared to represent clients vigorously in court to secure favorable outcomes. Recognizing the emotional challenges involved, Petrone & Partners provides personalized legal advice tailored to each client's unique situation, aiming to reduce stress and achieve fair resolutions.
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
Employment & Labor
Petrone & Partners offers comprehensive legal services in employment law, addressing complex workplace issues such as wrongful dismissal, discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and benefits claims, drug testing, and post-employment agreements. Their expertise extends to developing policies to prevent incidents and litigation, drafting employment contracts, assisting with non-Canadian worker matters, and providing human resources support. The firm provides professional, confidential advice and representation through negotiations, mediations, and, when necessary, court proceedings. As one of Thunder Bay's largest and most comprehensive law firms, they possess the in-house expertise to assist with various legal areas that may intersect with employment law cases.
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