Elizabeth Papp Law Office
1497 Front Rd., LaSalle, ON N9J 2B2 LaSalle, ON, Canada

Ask the Lawyer is a monthly question/answer column featured in The LaSalle Post By Elizabeth Papp. Elizabeth, My step-mother has Alzheimer’s. My father, who was taking care of her has now passed away. My step-mother does not have any children of her own. It was her wish and my father’s wish that she continue to reside in their home for as long as possible and that I continue taking care of her. I want to honour their wishes but I am now having difficulty with the bank in...Continue reading

Ask the Lawyer is a monthly question/answer column featured in The LaSalle Post By Elizabeth Papp. DO I NEED A LAWYER FOR A PRIVATE SALE? You may sell your home or purchase a home privately (no listing for the property) but you absolutely need a lawyer to assist you with the transaction. There are many reasons why someone may want to sell their home or owned property privately. Perhaps you are selling to a family member, someone you know, or you have a definite buyer. Whate...ver your reason may be, in order to complete the transaction, you do need a lawyer. Every real estate transaction in Ontario will require a lawyer. Why? Because there are steps to completing the transaction that only a lawyer can perform. This is why it is extremely important to find an experienced real estate lawyer. There are many legalities involved with the purchase and sale of real estate which can be overwhelming. The expertise of a lawyer helps to ease the stress and also creates trust between the Seller and Buyer. An experienced real estate lawyer can prepare and review an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and ensure that your needs are being met. Your lawyer also handles the title transfer with the Ministry, which only a lawyer can do. The title transfer legally releases ownership of the property from the Seller and transfers it to the Buyer. Your lawyer also orders a discharge (if applicable) to release the Seller from any mortgage or secured line of credit on the property, once paid out. Your lawyer also prepares a statement of adjustments to adjust for the property taxes the Seller has paid and ensures that funds are properly disbursed. It is a good idea to do some research before you hire a lawyer. You'll want a reputable real estate lawyer and one who is familiar with the area in which you are buying or selling. The friendly and knowledgeable staff at Elizabeth Papp Law Office can answer your questions and provide you with a quote. Happy Holidays! Elizabeth

Ask the Lawyer is a monthly question/answer column featured in The LaSalle Post By Elizabeth Papp. Joint Bank Accounts / Estate Planning: if you are considering adding one or more of your children to your bank account as a joint owner, a word of caution, think again....Continue reading

Ask the Lawyer is a monthly question/answer column featured in The LaSalle Post By Elizabeth Papp. Question: My Uncle recently passed away without a Will and it is a real problem for his common law spouse and young family. Can you explain what happens if someone dies without a Will?...Continue reading

Elizabeth Papp is more than just the top female real estate lawyer in Windsor-Essex. Since 1995, Papp has provided her clients with high-quality, professional representation and highly personal one-on-one service. Today, the dedicated team at Elizabeth Papp Law Office practices in Estate Planning and Administration, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate, Corporate, Commercial, and Family Law. This broadening of scope came about organically, as Papp’s original real estate clients... acquired new needs as their families grew. Papp’s experience and excellent reputation quickly translated into referrals and expansion into the growing business community. Corporate clients require a knowledgeable lawyer that understands their diverse needs, she relates. From startup, through commercial financing, franchising, business purchases or sales, and restructuring, we are committed to delivering informed legal advice. Papp’s well-established working relationships with local businesses, banks, and agents allow her office to maximize its efficiency and efficacy. This is particularly true in the case of time-sensitive estate matters. Estate planning and administration is a vital yet delicate area of the law, Papp explains. I take the time to listen, and families appreciate that. Compassion and patience are particularly important during a time of grieving. We o er that personal connection. While Papp is best known in LaSalle she’s penned the LaSalle Post’s popular Ask the Lawyer column for the past five years she’s always served clients from across Windsor and Essex County. Papp earned a Bachelor of Commerce in 1990 and graduated from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law in 1993. Throughout her more than 20 years of practice, she’s proven her dedication to local interests by sponsoring several area athletic programs, supporting fine arts education, offering estate planning seminars, and participating in local business associations. Papp smiles: I think it’s important for a professional who relies on the community to give back to that community.