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Question: How can a paralegal help me understand procedural and substantive issues in an Ontario civil lawsuit?

Answer: Theresa Forrest, Paralegal helps Ontario clients (including in London and Brantford) understand common civil litigation issues like court procedure, evidence admissibility, burdens of proof, and how substantive law may override general principles, so you can plan next steps and reduce surprises;   we also help organize key documents and timelines for matters involving personal liability risks for businesses, directors, and employees;   for a fast intake and plain-language guidance from a paralegal, call (519) 902-4223.

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Procedural and Substantive Law Topics and Legal Issues Common to Litigation

Legal matters, and in particular civil litigation, often involve a broad complexity of facts, issues, and laws, that comprise an overall case wrought with potential for many twists and turns.  During the course of litigation, it is necessary that the participants adequately understand the procedural rules involving admissibility of evidence, the onus of proof and the burden of proof, the legal cause of action involved, the jurisprudence that interprets and defines provisions within statutes, and much more.  Accordingly, the various articles provided below are to assist as a helpful guide to greater understanding of what should be known; however, as with all information provided by this website, these articles are for informational purposes only and intended merely as an insightful overview for curing of curiousity  Any information herein should always be reviewed with a qualified legal advisor prior to acting on the information.

Note: Please contact Theresa Forrest, Paralegal by phone at: (519) 902-4223 to discuss any specific questions that you may have.