Our packages
Choose the package that matches your situation. Every package includes an initial consultation, dedicated lawyer assignment and clear milestone updates throughout your file.
Starter — residential closing
Ideal for straightforward residential purchases or sales with standard financing.
- Offer-to-purchase review
- Title search and analysis
- Certificate of location review
- Mortgage document review
- Closing coordination
- Up to 3 hours of lawyer time
Standard — full transaction support
Comprehensive coverage for buyers or sellers who need negotiation support and deeper due diligence.
- Everything in Starter
- Condition negotiation and drafting
- Condominium by-law and syndicate review
- Vendor declaration preparation
- Title insurance coordination
- Up to 8 hours of lawyer time
- Post-closing support (30 days)
Premium — commercial and complex
Tailored for commercial acquisitions, multi-unit projects and transactions requiring extensive due diligence.
- Full commercial due diligence
- Zoning and environmental review
- Lease portfolio analysis
- Joint-venture structuring
- Tax-efficient holding advice
- Unlimited lawyer hours (scope-based)
- Dedicated project manager
Package comparison at a glance
A side-by-side look at what each real-estate law package includes so you can make an informed decision quickly.
| Feature | Starter | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offer-to-purchase review | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Title search | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mortgage document review | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Condition negotiation | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Condo by-law review | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Title insurance coordination | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Environmental review | — | — | ✓ |
| Zoning analysis | — | — | ✓ |
| Joint-venture structuring | — | — | ✓ |
| Post-closing support | — | 30 days | 90 days |
| Dedicated project manager | — | — | ✓ |
Hourly and retainer options
Not every real-estate law matter fits neatly into a package. For litigation, complex disputes or ongoing advisory needs, we offer flexible billing arrangements designed to keep costs predictable while giving you full access to senior counsel.
Hourly rate: $275 – $375 per hour depending on the seniority of the lawyer assigned. We provide detailed time entries so you always know exactly what you are paying for.
Monthly retainer: Starting at $1,200 per month for clients who need regular property law guidance — ideal for developers, property managers and real-estate investors with recurring legal needs. Retainer clients receive priority scheduling, discounted hourly overflow rates and quarterly strategy reviews.
Contingency arrangements: In limited circumstances — such as expropriation defence or construction-lien recovery — we may agree to a partial contingency fee. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis during your initial consultation.
No hidden fees — ever
Every quote we provide includes disbursements such as land-registry search fees, courier costs and government filing charges. If unexpected complexities arise, we discuss additional costs with you before proceeding. You will never receive a surprise invoice from Ridgeway Property Legal.
Frequently asked questions about pricing
Answers to the questions we hear most often from prospective clients exploring real-estate law costs.
Do I pay anything before you start working on my file?
For flat-fee packages we require a 50 % retainer upon signing the engagement letter. The balance is due at closing or upon completion of the agreed scope. For hourly matters, we request an initial trust deposit that is drawn down as work is performed.
What if my transaction falls through?
If a deal collapses before closing, you are billed only for the work completed up to that point. For Starter and Standard packages this is typically a reduced amount calculated at our hourly rate, capped at the package price.
Are taxes included in the prices shown?
All prices are quoted before applicable taxes. Quebec sales tax (QST) and federal goods and services tax (GST) will be added to your invoice as required by law.
Can I switch packages after I have started?
Absolutely. If your needs evolve — for example, you discover a title issue that requires deeper investigation — we can upgrade your package. The difference in fee is applied, and any work already completed is credited toward the new scope.