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What Is The Levy Zavet Advantage?
At Levy Zavet LLP, we take our legal responsibilities seriously. Our years of experience enable us to provide clients with timely, accurate and responsible advice in matters that range from business and real estate transactional and litigation work to personal matters such as estates, family law and of course, personal injury. Along with an extensive track record of success, our close-knit firm is dedicated to providing unparalleled service to all of our clients. At Levy Zavet LLP, we promote accessibility, a timely response via the phone, email or other convenient forms of communication, and fair billing practices. Please review our website to learn more about our core values and commitment to value billing. -Jeff Levy, Managing Partner
Articles By Our Lawyers
Prior to the end of 2001, professionals could not incorporate their practices except as allowed by the laws that regulated their specific profession (all compliant professional corporations prior to the ...
Recently a Client who owned a condominium unit in a condominium building, came into my office and complained that he was being a target of an unjust campaign by members ...
At Levy Zavet LLP we offer a wide range of business consulting services including Corporate and Securities Law. The Levy Zavet team specializes in the matters of Corporate takeovers, spin ...
Whenever buying, selling or renting a property, signing a contract is always involved. Real Estate Law covers sales, purchases, leases, construction, development and other transfers of real estate rights and ...
Under section 17 of the Mortgages Act, and pursuant to relevant case law the answer is “Yes” the lender can. Subject to the wording in the original mortgage commitment/agreement, you ...
This article applies to legally married couples and not those in common-law arrangements. The long and the short of it is that IF both spouses are on title of the ...
For purposes below referring to a “house” includes a condo as well. Did you know that CRA will consider you a “Builder” if: 1) You are an individual or corporation; ...
The property settlement that is related to family law for protection of your better half maybe complicated in case one partner is bankrupt or thinking to filefor bankruptcy. Under these ...
Every other day I get asked “what’s the deal with the Canadian Real Estate market and housing prices is there a cap? Will there be a bust/crash? What will be ...
The condominium market in Toronto is and has been hot over the past few years for a variety of reasons such a seeming stable Canadian economy, foreign investment, growth in ...
In Ontario, Tarion Warranty Corporation (“Tarion”) is responsible for administering the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER 0.31 (the “Act”) and is remedial, consumer protection legislation that ...
Condominium declarations often contain provisions that create obligations for the condominium corporations and their board of directors. This article is a case review wherein a condominium corporation challenged that obligation under Section 112 of Ontario Condominium Act.
The basics of what is meant by condominium, its creation, its rules, and its management in point form and easy to read.
Employees who are wrongfully terminated may have recourse. Suing for “Wrongful Dismissal” may allow the employee to recover some damages that were caused by the employer. “Wrongful Dismissal” requires that ...
Many Real Estate transactions wind up breaking down between the point where an Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been signed and the transaction is completed (“closed”). In such cases ...
In a past article, it was discussed that under the Partition Act R.S.O. 1990 (the “Act”) one has a prima facie right to partition or sell a co-owned property in ...
When it comes to labour law, the existence or non-existence of unions in a certain field can make all the difference. With this in mind, members of the Royal Canadian ...
One of the most contentious issues in real estate and property is how real property taxes are assessed and charged to the property owner, of course, it is only contentious ...
Orders for Assistance Other kinds of orders are necessary in estate matters in specified circumstances, Rules of Civil Procedure (Rules), r. 74.15, which can be obtained from the court. For ...
Submission of Rights to the Court After submitting his or her rights to the court, Rules of Civil Procedure (Rules), r. 75.07.1, a person can either: Request on a motion ...
Practice Areas
Real Estate Law
The legal staff at Levy Zavet LLP understands the urgency of all Real Estate transactions and wo ...
Business Law
Levy Zavet LLP works on Corporate and Private Business cases of all kinds within the Ontario are ...
Wills, Estates & Wealth Preservation
A well-planned estate plan can protect loved one, maintain a family business, save taxes, avoid ...
Construction Law
The legal staff at Levy Zavet LLP is trained to handle all types of Construction law. Whether it ...
Lending & Mortgages
Levy Zavet LLP knows the importance of dealing with Lending and Mortgages quickly and profession ...
Family, Divorce & Domestic Disputes
At Levy Zavet LLP, we know the importance of dealing with Family, Divorce or Domestic disputes. ...
Personal Injury
If you are injured you may be entitled to compensation. Your injuries can range from broken bone ...
Tax Law
When it comes to legal practices, one of the most common areas where clients find they need assi ...
Employment Law
The spectrum of Employment Law can range from employment contracts and human rights and discrimi ...
Our Lawyers
Jeff Levy, HBSc, MBA, CFA, AMP, JD
Managing Partner-Lawyer
Maxim Zavet, BA, JD
Partner-Lawyer
Julian Binavince
Counsel-Lawyer
Elinor Shinehoft, BA, JD
In Association-Lawyer
Michael Suria, BSc, BA, JD
Associate-Lawyer
What Clients Have To Say
“Levy Zavet Law was a pleasure to work with – fast, capable and reliable.“
“The Levy Zavet LLP Lawyers and Paralegals were always available to contact during the day and responded quickly and thoroughly to any questions or concerns I had during the process.“
“Levy Zavet Law was dedicated to helping me find the best possible solution for my legal situation. I will not hesitate to return for their services in case of any future need.“
“I have referred Levy Zavet Law to all of my friends and co-workers. With Levy Zavet Law, I knew I was working with some of the best legal minds in the business.“
“Dear Max & Jeff, Thank You for all your legal services over the years. Team Levy Zavet LLP has helped to ensure my comfort and confidence in my residences purchases and sales throughout the years. I couldn’t have done it without your expert legal advise. I am very appreciative of your services and look forward to continue to work together in the future. Sincerely,“
“I am a client of Jeff Levy of Levy Zavet Law and is pleased to say that I have been very satisfied with his level of proficiency and professionalism. As well, most noteworthy about Jeff is his ability to listen with care and consideration and to advise his client in the right direction. Jeff’s guidance, execution, thoroughness and timely service delivery has been very helpful to me. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Jeff and his firm to anyone seeking legal services that he and his team supports.“
“I am a client of Levy Zavet Law and specifically a client of Jeff Levy. My dealings with Jeff have been extremly successful, positve, and very fruitful. I have found him to be totally professional and caring as well. Jeff has gone over and above what he had to as my lawyer and it showed in the results. Jeff is very insightful and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Levy Zavet Law and Jeff Levy to anyone that wants great legal advice and on top of that you will get it at very reasonable rates.“
“Levy Zavet Law has provided legal counsel to our company for several years now and they have always been ready, willing and able to assist us in all our legal matters. At times we have needed their help at the eleventh hour and they have always come through no matter how short the time frame. We intend on being with Mr. Jeff Levy and his team for a long time to come.“
“Jeff Levy has been my lawyer for two real estate transactions. First and foremost – he did an excellent job verifying every single detail to ensure that the deal goes through smoothly. He also took the time to answer all my questions and made sure I understood how the process works. Both transactions went through quickly and without any complications. Overall, I am very happy with the service and I would ask Jeff to represent my interests in the future.“
“Levy Zavet LLP exhibits a level of professionalism and urgency that my line of business requires in the partners I work with. I have worked with Levy Zavet for two years and have always been impressed with the level of service they provide. Their friendly yet professional attitude makes it a true pleasure to work with them and I recommend their services to all of my clients.“
“I worked under Jeff Levy of Levy Zavet Law for about a year writing legal content. Though he is half of my age, he showed remarkable compassion, fortitude and understanding for my lapses and transgressions. At the same time, he had been unstinted in his praise when he liked my work. Actually, in the freelance market, I am yet to find a person filling adequately Jeff’s shoes. But, he is a tough negotiator! If this testimonial finds a place in Levy Zavet Law’s upcoming webpage, and is of help in any manner, no one would be more pleased than me.“
“From the beginning when we started to work with your firm, you have always made yourselves available by phone and email and replied to our concerns promptly. You were always patient with our many questions and concerns and most importantly helpful with your fees for your time and always went far beyond the call of duty without any extra charges. We were also very impressed with how you executed some very smart strategies with our lawsuit and helping us settle with delinquent clients. Thank you again for everything!“