Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Peterborough
Established in 1975, Fox Law has served Peterborough and surrounding communities for over four decades. Our practice focuses on business law, real estate transactions, estate planning, and administration, guided by experienced professionals committed to personalized client service. The firm's legacy includes the practices of respected local attorneys Bill Fox, John J. Crook, and J. Michael Longworth. Our team of dedicated lawyers and support staff prioritizes timely, cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain strong community ties through active involvement in local organizations and charitable initiatives.Our legal expertise spans corporate reorganizations, property transactions, wills, and estate administration, delivered with a collaborative approach. Continuing education and professional development ensure our team remains current with evolving legal standards. Client confidentiality and security are paramount, with clear disclaimers about the limitations of online communications. Our office at 457 Water Street Peterborough provides accessible, community-focused legal representation.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate
Estate Planning
Estate Administration
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined legal experience serving Peterborough clients
- Our team includes certified specialists in business and real estate law
- We maintain transparent communication throughout all legal proceedings
- Our community involvement demonstrates deep local market understanding
- Our collaborative team approach ensures comprehensive legal solutions
Services
Business Law
We provide comprehensive business law services including company incorporations, corporate reorganizations, shareholder agreements, and succession planning. Our experienced attorneys help clients navigate complex commercial transactions while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. We specialize in creating tailored legal solutions for businesses throughout Peterborough and surrounding areas.
Real Estate
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial property transactions, title searches, and planning applications. We guide clients through all stages of property acquisition and disposition while protecting their legal interests. Our local expertise proves valuable in navigating Peterborough's unique real estate market and regulatory environment.
Estate Planning
We offer strategic estate planning services including wills, powers of attorney, and trust creation. Our approach minimizes future estate taxes and administrative costs while ensuring clients' wishes are clearly documented. We provide compassionate guidance for families planning for future asset distribution and incapacity scenarios.
Estate Administration
Our firm assists executors and trustees with estate administration processes including probate applications and asset distribution. We provide clear direction for managing estates efficiently while complying with legal requirements. Our team helps navigate complex estate matters with sensitivity and professional expertise.
People
Nicole Truman
Lawyer
Queen's University Law graduate with experience in elder law and moot court programs. Completed articles with Toronto's WeirFoulds LLP before joining Fox Law.
Ross Pryde
Lawyer
University of Ottawa English Common Law graduate with prior experience in business and real estate law from Port Perry practice.
Mackenzy Scott
Lawyer
Recent Lakehead University graduate with environmental science background from Trent University. Joined Fox Law after completing summer and articling positions.
Questions
What areas of law does Fox Law specialize in?
We specialize in business law, real estate transactions, estate planning, and estate administration services for Peterborough clients.
How long has Fox Law served the Peterborough community?
Our firm has provided legal services to Peterborough residents since 1975, maintaining continuous operation for over four decades.
Can I schedule consultations outside regular business hours?
While our standard office hours are Monday-Friday, we offer flexible scheduling options for client convenience when necessary.
What makes Fox Law different from other legal practices?
Our combination of local experience, personalized approach, and multi-generational team provides unique value to Peterborough clients seeking practical legal solutions.
Reviews (6)
Thea Hulshof
Dec 27, 2021
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We had our first meeting with Nicole at Fox Law. It was a very productive and made us comfortable and informative.
Alex Bushell
Sep 15, 2021
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I've worked with Nicole and Sarah to purchase two properties over the last few years and both were great experiences!
Morgan Fiene
Nov 09, 2020
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Very professional group. I have had many dealings with them over the years and highly recommend them for all real estate transactions buying or selling they are very thorough and always have my best interests at heart.
Anthony Kissoon
Jul 17, 2020
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Paul Fox Rocks!! Thank you Mr. Fox!! You rock too Beverly!! Thank you as well!! Will definitely be referring friends and family your way!
Andrea Szabo
Jun 14, 2020
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Very professional and meticulous. Just what you want in a lawyer! Wish I still lived in Peterborough, highly recommend this place and all the people who work there, everyone is great
Lori Vandenberg
Nov 09, 2018
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Ross Pryde was wonderful to deal with.
Professional, empathetic, and trustworthy. Very patient and thorough. Sensible and realistic.
Professional, empathetic, and trustworthy. Very patient and thorough. Sensible and realistic.
