Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Ottawa
Bunning & Farnand has provided trusted legal services in Ottawa for over 35 years, combining traditional values with a commitment to modern legal excellence. Our firm specializes in real estate law, wills and estates, corporate law, business law, and family law, serving clients with personalized attention and expertise. Recognized by Martindale Hubbell for our professional standards, we maintain competitive fees through an efficient office structure while prioritizing client satisfaction. Our team includes Notary Publics and Commissioners of Oaths, offering comprehensive services for residential and commercial real estate transactions, estate planning, and corporate incorporations.We pride ourselves on transparency, accessibility, and a track record of successfully handling over 25,000 real estate cases, 2,500 will probates, and 2,500 divorces. Our dedication to community extends to first-time homebuyers, corporate relocations, and tailored legal solutions for physically challenged individuals. With a focus on clear communication and ethical practice, we guide clients through complex legal processes while maintaining affordability and reliability.
Services
Real Estate
Wills and Estates
Corporate Law
Business Law
Notaries
Commissioners of Oaths
Family Law
Estate Planning
Land Transfer Tax
Corporate Restructuring
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience serving Ottawa's legal needs.
- Our fees are among the most competitive in the region.
- Recognized by Martindale Hubbell for professional excellence.
- We offer Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths services in-house.
- Our facility is wheelchair-accessible with free parking.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell
Services
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions across Ontario, including purchases, sales, mortgages, and refinancing. Our all-inclusive fees cover title insurance, government registration fees, and HST for standard transactions. With over 25,000 closed cases, we provide efficient representation for first-time homebuyers, investors, and corporate clients while navigating Ontario's automated registry system.
Wills and Estates
Our estate planning services include drafting standard and specialized wills, power of attorney documents, and Henson Trust clauses for physically challenged beneficiaries. We probate over 2,500 wills annually and assist executors with estate administration. Survivorship applications help clients avoid probate when transferring jointly owned property to surviving spouses, with transparent pricing starting at $700 for this service.
Corporate Law
We offer comprehensive corporate services including provincial and federal incorporations, estate freezes, and corporate restructuring. Our $1,600 provincial incorporation package includes a corporate seal, minute book, and initial resolutions. With experience in 2,500+ incorporations, we provide ongoing support for annual returns, shareholder agreements, and complex corporate amendments to businesses of all sizes.
Business Law
We represent business owners in purchases, sales, and legal compliance across various industries including franchises, restaurants, and retail chains. Our services cover contract drafting, business succession planning, and dispute resolution. As business owners ourselves, we understand operational challenges and provide practical legal solutions tailored to Ottawa's market conditions.
Family Law
We handle uncontested divorces, separation agreements, and cohabitation contracts with compassionate guidance. Our team has managed over 2,500 family law cases, focusing on practical resolutions for property division, child custody, and spousal support. While we don't accept contested cases, we provide thorough documentation and court preparation for straightforward family legal matters.
People
Les Bunning
Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public
With over 35 years of legal experience in Ottawa, Les Bunning specializes in real estate and corporate law. He contributes to the firm's reputation for excellence through meticulous attention to client needs and complex transaction management.
Greg Farnand
Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public
Greg Farnand brings extensive expertise in estate planning and business law to the firm. His practice focuses on wills, corporate incorporations, and commercial transactions, supporting the firm's commitment to comprehensive legal solutions.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, wills and estates, corporate law, business law, and family law, with additional Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths services.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free quotations for all our services and initial consultations to discuss your legal requirements.
What are your office hours?
Our Ottawa office operates Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed weekends and statutory holidays.
Do you handle out-of-province legal matters?
Yes, our Notary Publics and Commissioners of Oaths can witness documents for any jurisdiction across Canada.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Certified Cheques and Bank Drafts, particularly for real estate transactions, but do not accept debit or credit cards.
Reviews (5)
Hugh Ellis
Sep 28, 2021
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No nonsense, practical legal advice at excellent prices. Les Bunning has been our real estate lawyer for several house purchases over the years. He has also helped us with other legal matters. He and his staff are knowledgeable, easy to work with, and detail - oriented. We couldn't recommend them more highly.
Eli Penk
Sep 05, 2020
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Made my estate sale very fluid & transparent- I'm very satisfied with how Gregory did everything online for me, how he efficiently communicated what he needed from me to complete the sale within a great time frame. He made sure to protect me against outrageous demands made by the buyers lawyer. Great value & I will definitely recommend.
Katherine Sigurdson
Jun 29, 2020
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I appreciated how easy Greg Farnand made everything for me as my mother had just passed away and I had to sell her house in a short amount of time. I have never done anything like that before and I was beyond grateful at how he did everything for me and his email responses were very fast. The sale was completed almost seamlessly as what could have been so much extra stress. A great value, and strong fiduciary to my interests as a novice seller. I strongly recommend his services!
Tom Bimson
Jun 28, 2017
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Greg handled both the sale of my existing home and the purchase of a new one. He was extremely professional, thorough, and courteous. He is also an excellent communicator. Fees were very fair. If you need a real estate lawyer I highly recommend his services. I have not used his firm for other areas he practices in, but if real estate is any indication, I would expect excellent service at competitive rates.
John Van Gulik
Aug 10, 2013
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Excellent, friendly lawyers with great rates. Takes the time to explain the details and all options. Have used them for many real estate transactions. Highly recommended.
