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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ottawa, ON
La Pierre Law Office has served the Ottawa community for over four decades, offering comprehensive legal solutions rooted in a client-focused philosophy. Our team prioritizes positive, supportive relationships with clients while delivering expertise in real estate, estate planning, and corporate law. With a legacy built on the former Anderson Law Office's reputation, we continue to uphold integrity and community commitment. Our attorneys, Michelle LaPierre and Cecilia Perdigao, bring decades of combined experience to every case.We specialize in making complex legal processes accessible and stress-free for clients. Our services span real estate transactions, wills, estate administration, and business law. Located in Blackburn Hamlet, we serve clients across Ottawa with personalized attention. We maintain transparency in all communications and pricing structures. Our practice combines traditional legal excellence with modern client service expectations. For over 40 years, we have been a trusted legal partner for individuals and businesses in the region.
Services
Real Estate Law
Wills and Powers of Attorney
Estate Administration
Corporate Law
Paralegal Services
Notary Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience in Ottawa
- Our team includes certified notaries with diverse practice areas
- We provide transparent pricing and personalized legal strategies
- Our client-centered approach prioritizes clear communication
- We serve Ottawa's unique legal needs with local expertise
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate law services cover all aspects of property transactions in Ottawa. We assist first-time buyers and experienced investors with purchase agreements, title searches, and closing procedures. Our team ensures compliance with Ontario real estate regulations while protecting client interests throughout the process.
Wills and Powers of Attorney
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills and powers of attorney tailored to individual family needs. Our services ensure clear directives for asset distribution and decision-making authority. We help clients understand legal requirements while creating documents that minimize future family conflicts.
Estate Administration
Our estate administration support guides executors through probate processes and asset distribution. We provide step-by-step assistance with court filings, tax returns, and creditor notifications. Our flexible approach accommodates both full representation and self-directed administration with periodic legal guidance.
Corporate Law
We advise on business structure selection and complete incorporation processes for new enterprises. Our services include drafting shareholder agreements, preparing corporate records, and providing ongoing compliance guidance. We help entrepreneurs understand legal obligations when starting or expanding businesses in Ontario.
Paralegal Services
Our upcoming paralegal services will offer specialized support in specific legal areas. This will include assistance with document preparation and court representation for eligible matters. We aim to provide accessible legal solutions while maintaining the same quality standards as our attorney services.
People
Michelle Lee LaPierre
Barrister, Solicitor, Notary
Michelle LaPierre brings extensive legal experience to Ottawa after graduating from York University and law school. Raised in Muskoka, she transitioned from Toronto to focus on community-based legal practice. Her approach combines technical expertise with personalized client service.
Cecilia Senra Perdigao
Barrister, Solicitor, Notary
Cecilia Perdigao specializes in social sciences applications to legal practice, with criminology and communications expertise. Originally from Northern Ontario, she studied at the University of Ottawa before establishing her legal career. She focuses on making complex legal processes accessible to clients.
Questions
What legal services do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, estate planning, corporate law, and wills administration. Our services also include notary work and upcoming paralegal support options.
What are your office hours?
Our office operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on weekends and statutory holidays.
Do you serve areas outside Ottawa?
While our office is in Ottawa, we primarily serve clients within the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Contact us to discuss specific location requirements.
How do you handle estate planning for families?
We create customized estate plans considering family dynamics, asset distribution preferences, and future contingencies. Our approach ensures clear legal documentation that reflects your specific wishes.
Can you assist with business formation?
Yes, we guide entrepreneurs through business structure selection, incorporation processes, and ongoing compliance requirements for new and existing businesses in Ontario.
Reviews (7)
Charles Rahall
Jun 25, 2021
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I appreciate your efforts in keeping everyone safe during covid. We dealt with Cecilia. Cecilia was very nice to deal with. She answered every question we had and always was responding to my emails.
Tom Delafo
Aug 25, 2019
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Cecilia helped me so much!! She really took the time to make sure I properly understood the process of my purchase and guided me along the way. She was very thorough and I never had any doubt that she would let any details go unchecked. She responded quickly to me always, and for guaranteed quality she is the one to go to!!
Shaun Dorion
Aug 19, 2019
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Outstanding service from some amazing lawyers. Have helped us with many home purchases (private and with agents) and sales (private and with agents). Have done all of our estate planning with them. Very satisfied clients. Everything is always clearly explained and very detailed. Wouldn't go anywhere else or trust anyone else.
Abou Dawi
Jun 28, 2019
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Great service and nice people to work with. i had the chance to work with Cecilia and she is awesome. she was quick to reply to my emails, provided us with the answers we need; and above all she delivered as promised. thank you guys for good service and i hope we will get the chance to work together soon.
Catherine Priestman
May 21, 2019
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I came to Cecilia with a challenge and her office didn’t even blink! Super service - fast, comprehensive, reliable and supportive. I’ve already engaged them for future services and I recommend LaPierre Law Office because of their personal and honest approach.
Kathy D. Latour
May 21, 2019
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Cecilia S. Perdigao is awesome. Quick response to questions and so in tuned with her client's situations it's amazing. Her guidance saved me from making a costly mistake. Thank you Cecilia, you are the best.
Kevin Conroy
May 20, 2019
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Nancy and I are extremely fortunate to have Cecilia and her team at our side when we bought our first rental properties. Their service was professional, convenient and truly honest! I would recommend LaPierre Law for any real estate transaction needs to anyone I know, and don’t know! You can’t go wrong!
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