Civil Litigation

The lawyers at MKC Law Office have represented their clients at every level of court: from administrative tribunals and small claims court to the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Appeal.

If you are attempting to avoid court, MKC Law Office has the skills necessary to assist you in trying to stay out of the courtroom. We are able to offer effective and practical counsel in the settlement process and assist you at arbitration or mediation.

Our Approach

At MKC Law Office, civil litigation goes beyond filing documents and showing up at court. At our firm, civil litigation services focus on understanding what's at stake for you and helping you make decisions that are clear, realistic, and align with your goals. Disputes can be stressful experiences. Our role is to simplify that experience by explaining what is happening, what options you have, and what each step may mean for you.

At our firm, we take a practical approach to every matter we handle. That means looking at the strengths and weaknesses of a case early, considering the cost and time involved, and thinking carefully about whether settlement, negotiation, or a trial makes the most sense. We work closely with clients to find effective resolution methods whenever possible. However, should a matter go to court proceedings we prepare meticulously, keeping you up-to-date throughout.

Our team understands that many disputes involve relationships that continue long after litigation ends, whether business, family, or community related. Our goal is to handle matters in a way that protects both, your interests and future relationships in mind. If you are involved in a civil dispute and seeking clear advice and support, our lawyers at MKC Law in Peterborough can assist in making it more manageable while giving you greater peace of mind moving forward with more confidence. Reach out to us!

The types of litigation MKC Law Office can assist with are:

• Commercial disputes, including shareholder/partnership disputes
• Family law matters
• Wrongful dismissal and employment law disputes
• Small claims court disputes ($35,000 and under)
• Administrative tribunals, such as the Ontario Municipal Board ("OMB"), Workplace Safety and Insurance Board ("WSIB"), Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security Review Tribunal, Human Rights Tribunal, Labour Relations Board, etc.
• Estate Litigation
• Real Estate Litigation