A first step toward legal help

Need a lawyer? Start with your legal inquiry.

Tell us about your legal matter and where you need help. Submit your inquiry through LegalFinder.ca for review. You decide whether to hire a lawyer.

  • Free to submit
  • No obligation to hire
  • Your choice of counsel

What clients are saying

Real feedback from people who used the service to quickly identify legal counsel for their situation.

"The lawyer they found for me was kind and patient. I received honest, thoughtful information."

Suzanne Scott-Seeley

"Fast service and very efficient. I would recommend it to anyone who needs legal help."

Patrick Kazapua

"A law firm owner called me the same day. The next day, I had a full consultation and retained them."

Carol Newman

"Quick, simple, and time-efficient. Highly recommended for people looking for legal representation."

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Practical legal guidance

The LegalFinder advantage

LegalFinder.ca gives individuals and businesses a place to start a legal inquiry. Share your province, legal area and a brief overview.

Free to submit

There is no charge to submit an inquiry. Discuss any legal fees directly with a lawyer.

Simple to start

Describe your legal issue and leave your contact details so LegalFinder can follow up.

You decide

Consider a lawyer’s services and fees before choosing whether to retain them.

How it works

Start with an inquiry. Any decision to retain a lawyer remains yours.

1

Describe your situation

Briefly describe your legal situation in the online form.

2

Submit your inquiry

Your inquiry is saved for review. LegalFinder can contact you using the details you provide.

3

Decide whom to retain

Before hiring a lawyer, discuss their availability, services and fees directly.

Start with your legal matter

Browse common legal categories and describe the help you are looking for.

Tenancy

  • Tenant rights and lease disputes
  • Abusive rent increase situations
  • Lease assignment and termination

Family

  • Child custody and support
  • Divorce and spousal support
  • Prenuptial agreements

Business

  • Business purchase and sale
  • Incorporation and governance
  • Commercial contract disputes

Criminal

  • Impaired driving and DUI defence
  • Theft, assault, and fraud charges
  • Bail and criminal procedure matters

Employment

  • Wrongful and constructive dismissal
  • Workplace harassment and discrimination
  • Severance and contract issues

Other Key Areas

  • Estate, wills, and probate
  • Real estate and construction law
  • Immigration and personal injury claims

Tell us where you need help

Include your province and city in your inquiry. Check a lawyer’s licence, availability and services before deciding to retain them.

  • Ontario, Alberta and Quebec inquiries
  • Include your city or town
  • Discuss consultation options directly
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Are you a lawyer growing your practice?

Tell us about your practice and the inquiries you would like to receive. Apply to become a LegalFinder partner.

Introduce your practice

  • Describe your practice areas
  • List the locations you serve
  • Share your contact details
Become a partner on LegalFinder.ca

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a lawyer?

Describe your legal situation and leave your contact details in the online form. LegalFinder can review your inquiry and contact you about it. Submitting does not retain a lawyer or guarantee that one is available. You decide whether to retain a lawyer after discussing their services and fees.

Does it cost anything to find a lawyer?

There is no charge to submit an inquiry through LegalFinder.ca. Any fees for legal services are discussed and agreed directly with a lawyer.

Which provinces does the service cover?

You can submit a lawyer request for Quebec, Ontario or Alberta. Include your city and legal matter so your inquiry reflects where you need help.

Which legal matters can I get help with?

You can submit inquiries about tenancy, family, business, criminal, employment, estate, real estate or immigration matters. Choose “Another legal matter” for other questions, including personal injury.

The right to choose

You decide whom to retain. Discuss the lawyer’s experience, availability, services and fees before agreeing to work together.