Goldstein Law Firm

TORONTO EXPROPRIATION LAW
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As a law firm exclusively specialized in expropriation law serving Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area, we offer advice to property owners, business owners and commercial/residential tenants in the following matters:

  • Expropriation law disputes involving fee simple acquisitions of land, permanent or temporary easements, or other governments works that may impact private property rights;
  • We advise owners on their rights to compensation in accordance with the Expropriations Act in Ontario;
  • At first instance, we will seek to negotiate an amicable resolution with the expropriating authority. If such a resolution is not readily attainable, further legal action at the Ontario Land Tribunal may be required, resulting in mediation, and ultimately an arbitration to obtain a resolution; 
  • Determining fair compensation entitlements for land acquisition involve assessing the damage entitlements of the expropriated property owner.  These entitlements are set out in the Expropriations Act in Ontario and include:
    • Fair market value of the property acquired; 
    • Disturbance damages or all damages that are a natural and reasonable consequence of the expropriation; 
    • Injurious affection
    • Business losses resulting from the closure or relocation of a business occupying expropriated lands 
    • Interest on land compensation or on funds borrowed due to the expropriation;
    • Professional fees and expert costs in accordance with Section 32 of the Expropriations Act. 

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OUR SERVICES

  • Review expropriation documentation and advise clients on their legal rights to compensation and concomitant obligations; 
  • Assist with the retention of proper experts and consultants such as appraisers, business valuators, environmental engineers, planners, to assess the property acquisition and provide evidence necessary to advocate on behalf of the client; 
  • Advice on proper expropriation strategy, in order to maximize the amount of compensation;
  • Provide advice and assistance in dealing with tenants, mortgagees and other entities also affected by the expropriation
  • Prepare submissions to and attend substantive and procedural aspects of the legal process, including preparing Affidavit of Documents, attending Examinations for Discovery, mediation sessions, and Arbitration at the Ontario Land Tribunal, the forum for expropriation law disputes; 
  • Negotiate and review agreements and documents required in the expropriation process, including Agreements of Purchase and Sale, Minutes of Settlement; 
  • Act in connection with adjudication of compensation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and the courts, if necessary
  • Prepare for and attend before the Ontario Land Tribunal

How Does Expropriation Work?

As defined in the Expropriations Act, expropriation is the taking of land by the government in the exercise of its statutory power, without the consent of the property owner. In Ontario, a variety of public entities, including the provincial government and all municipalities, have the power to expropriate land. 

Historically, all land in Canada belonged to the Crown. Large sections of that land were subsequently sold to private citizens or corporations for use. 
Expropriation occurs when the government determines that it requires some or all of that land back for public use. Examples of public use include construction, creation, or expansion of:

  • Highways;
  • Transit projects 
  • Other transportation systems (i.e. light rail, subway, railroad tracks, etc.);
  • Public utility work (i.e. water, hydro, etc.);
  • Airports;
  • Parks; and/or
  • Municipal boundaries.

Expropriation Projects

Our Work Has Included The Following Expropriation Projects

Scarborough Subway Extension

Yonge Street Road Widening

Orillia Waterfront Redevelopment

Highway 400 Road Widening

Finch Avenue West Light Rail Transit

York Viva Rapid Transit Expansion

Ontario Line Transit Project

Rutherford Road Widening

Waterdown Road Widening

Trafalgar Road Widening

Eglinton CrossTown

Nipissing Road Urbanization Project

Expropriation Law

Goldstein Law Firm is an experience expropriation law firm in Toronto, and representing
landowners and tenants across Ontario subject to expropriation. Have you received a notice of application of intention to expropriate or a notice of
expropriation in accordance with the Expropriations Act,
advising that the government is going to acquire or
access your property? Contact our expert expropriation
lawyer today for a free consultation.

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As a professional lawyer, Jeff Goldstein has demonstrated a warm and high-level service spirit and upholds the fairness and justice of the Canadian legal system.
Cao Ken
Cao Ken29. August, 2020.
Jeff was very generous with his time and called me right away when I submitted an inquiry about my current employment situation related to COVID. He was very informative expressing how the COVID situation has evolved with respect to employment law in these unprecedented times. It was easy conversation with Jeff and was clear from the moment I talked with him that he had my best interest in mind. He is trustworthy and I highly recommend him even if just looking for advice as he'll help steer you in the right direction. Thank you Jeff !
Tony
Tony2. August, 2020.
Jeff helped me tremendously in recouping what I rightfully deserve from my previous employer who terminated my position during the Covid pandemic. Upon my initial conversation with Jeff, he was thorough in explaining the employment law code and review my case prior to charging any fees. He was able to advise and recommend how to proceed in the right manner. He is fair and honest, trustworthy, extremely intelligent, and was quick to respond to all my questions and concerns. Jeff is very professional and I would highly recommend him for any employment law matters you may have.
Reuven S
Reuven S10. August, 2020
Excellent Services! Jeff Goldstein is a real professional lawyer and a great pleasure to work with. He is very responsive and has great expertise in employment law. Highly recommended for his services!
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Bailey Peies!24. July, 2020.
Excellent Services! Jeff Goldstein is a real professional lawyer and a great pleasure to work with. He is very responsive and has great expertise in employment law. Highly recommended for his services!
Bailey Peies!24. July, 2020.
I enjoyed working with Jeff Goldstein. Very professional and responsive.
Eric Striegler27. October, 2020.
Having Jeff on my corner during the resolution of a real estate problem has been an excellent experience. He was really professional and reassuring, and always responsive and available. Being this a time where I was really stressed and had never been in a situation like that, Jeff's guidance through this matter was incredibly welcomed and appreciated. I definitely recommend him to anyone looking for legal representation. Thank you Jeff for all your help.
Pablo Lozano22. October, 2020.

Contact Goldstein Law in Toronto for Legal Guidance and Representation in Expropriation Matters

If your property is going to be expropriated or you are a tenant occupying land to be expropriated, contact the highly experienced and strategic Toronto expropriation lawyers at Goldstein Law. Our expert expropriation lawyers represent property owners, business owners, and others affected by expropriation – never the government or other expropriating bodies. We help you secure more money than what was originally offered by the government for your commercial or residential property. Call us at 647-838-6740 or contact us online for a free consultation.

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