Schwalb Legal

Family

If you are going through a divorce, wishing to claim for spouse or child support, or requesting visiting access or child custody, we are aware that this can be time-consuming, and a very difficult emotional draining process. There is an increasing number of parents who suffer from parental alienation. Schwalb is very experienced in dealing with and protecting parents who suffer from the sad reality of parental alienation. We will assist and guide you every step of the way, recommending the proper legal procedures and remedies in order for you to attain your desired goal. Where suitable, and if and when desired, we will recommend mediation to settle matters in the most cost-effective way possible. We also offer services in legal procedures related to marriage contracts, cohabitation agreements, separation, marriage annulments and paternity recognition.

Are you experiencing marital problems? Schwalb can protect your spousal rights. Whether you are getting married for the first time or entering your first or a subsequent marriage. We have experience in negotiating divorce settlements, drafting separation and divorce agreements, including pension entitlements, property settlements, the evaluation and partition of the family patrimony, child custody, visiting rights and support payments.

In addition, you should be aware that in any custody dispute, it is very important to note that the interest of the child will always be looked at and placed first and foremost in the eyes of the court. The fundamental criteria in deciding custody issues is what is in the best interest in the child and not what is the best for the father or the mother. The court will analyze well-defined and established criteria when deciding as to which parent should obtain the custody of the child.

Immigration

Our team provides professional assistance and expert advice in the preparation of your applications in order to save our clients considerable time and effort and ensure the accuracy of their file, hence maximizing the chances of success.

Canada is known as a prosperous and strong nation valued for its stability, diversity and democratic institutions. With a vast land mass and an abundant amount of natural resources, Canada has prospered to the point where recent United Nations studies have listed it as the best place in the world to live. For these reasons and others, Canada is the destination of choice for many of the world’s immigrants.

The visa application process for permanent residency is not simple and straightforward. The policies, rules and procedures are constantly changing. Expert advice in the preparation of immigration applications is indispensable to the prospective immigrant. Our services include applications for; Skilled Worker category, Sponsorship of immediate family members, Student visas, Employment authorization , Intra Company Transferee Program, Entrepreneur and Investor Program. In addition, we provide full preparation for all interviews, assistance at interviews, where applicable, and expert legal advice will be provided up until the issuance of the visa.

Litigation

Conflicts are inevitable in society especially in the business venue. If you find yourself in a situation where a creditor has taken action against you for a sum of money or you desire to claim against a debtor something that is owed to you? At Schwalb we adopt a philosophy and attempt to negotiate with the opposing party in a manner that is effective in order to avoid litigation and its cumbersome and complex procedural niceties.

With extensive experience in litigation, our team will fight rigorously to make sure your rights are well protected at each instance of the judiciary. Our lawyers appear as legal counsel at all court levels, whether it be the Court of Quebec, the Superior or the Federal Court of Canada. We also represent our clients in front of various Administrative tribunals such as the Régie du logement, and the Immigration and Refugee Board.

When possible our innovative and creative professionals will always attempt to settle a dispute. We often find solutions in order to reach a settlement, as quickly and as efficiently as possible in order to avoid the costs and stress involved in litigation.

Real Estate & Construction

Acquisition/sale of immovables

When the time comes for you to purchase a house for yourself or to acquire an immovable for your business, the advice of a lawyer is indispensable. Schwalb will guide you throughout the process. Our team will assure that all the appropriate steps are taken in order to protect your interest. Acquiring an immovable often implies a large sum of money. Our team will assure that all the appropriate steps are taken in order to protect your interest. Schwalb will assist you from the initial negotiation of the purchase of your property, developing the property to its full potential, to the final turn key operation. We have extensive experience in negotiating and drafting construction and remodelling agreements, as well as with financing and loan agreements. Our years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial and residential leases, as well as management agreements, ensures that your interests will always be well looked after. Our professional services include the following:

• drafting protective clauses for the purchaser/seller in offer/sale
• negotiations for the buyer/seller in order to obtain the best price
• undertaking the necessary steps to obtain building inspections
• assisiting with the due diligence process

Construction

You wish to renovate and/or undertake construction on your immovable, it is always important to consult a lawyer who is knowledgeable in the area of real estate, especially since there are many things that have to be taken into account including municipal by-laws and conditions that can pose obstacles for the realization of your project. The team at Schwalb can help you analyze and evaluate the feasibility of your project by undertaking the following steps: Analyzing the pertinent legislative requirements relating to the area of real estate Applying for the relevant permits with the appropriate local authorities Taking all the necessary steps for the realization of your project; negotiating and drafting agreements with architects, engineers and general contractors.