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Guelph Legal Services You Can Trust
Stelzer Law has served the Guelph community for over 25 years, providing dedicated legal representation in Real Estate, Family Law, and Wills and Estates. Our practice prioritizes client needs through personalized guidance and a collaborative approach to resolving complex legal matters. With decades of combined experience, we focus on minimizing stress during critical life transitions while maintaining transparency and ethical standards. Our team combines deep local knowledge with a commitment to continuous legal education, ensuring clients receive informed, strategic counsel.We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming office environment where clients feel empowered to address their legal concerns. Our track record of repeat clients reflects our dedication to achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation when necessary. As a community-oriented firm, we actively engage with local institutions and professional organizations to better serve our clients' evolving needs.
Services
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Wills and Estates
Estate Administration
Power of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of dedicated legal service in Guelph and surrounding areas
- Client-centered approach prioritizing individual needs and goals
- Proven expertise in real estate transactions, family law, and estate planning
- Collaborative solutions with courtroom experience when necessary
- Community-focused practice with deep local knowledge
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate legal services cover property purchases, sales, and refinancing. We coordinate with financial institutions and real estate professionals to ensure smooth transactions. With 25+ years of experience handling thousands of cases, we address title issues and documentation requirements to protect client interests during property transfers.
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law representation including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. Our collaborative approach focuses on minimizing conflict while protecting client rights. The team handles complex property division cases and has extensive court experience to achieve favorable outcomes for families in transition.
Wills and Estates
Our estate planning services include drafting wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. We help clients secure their assets and protect loved ones through customized estate strategies. The firm also assists with estate administration, guiding executors through probate processes and managing asset distribution according to legal requirements.
People
Cheryl Stelzer
Founder/Attorney
Practicing law since 1993, Cheryl established Stelzer Law in 1996 after graduating from Osgoode Law School at age 38. With expertise in real estate, family law, and estates, she has served Guelph residents for 25+ years, focusing on client empowerment through personalized legal solutions.
Michelle
Associate Lawyer
Called to the bar in 2022, Michelle specializes in family law, real estate, and estate matters. She joined the firm in 2017 while completing her law degree at Osgoode Hall, where she received academic honors and participated in negotiation competitions, bringing fresh expertise to the practice.
Willa-Lyn
Bookkeeper
Willa-Lyn has managed financial operations since 1996, transitioning from legal clerk to bookkeeper. With a psychology degree and law clerk diploma, she maintains accounting systems for multiple Guelph law firms while supporting Stelzer Law's administrative needs with professional expertise.
Questions
What legal services does Stelzer Law offer?
Stelzer Law provides comprehensive legal services in real estate transactions, family law matters (including divorce and child custody), and estate planning. We also handle estate administration and power of attorney documentation.
How long has Stelzer Law been practicing in Guelph?
Cheryl Stelzer has practiced law in Guelph since 1996, building a reputation for excellence in real estate, family law, and estate matters over 25+ years.
What makes Stelzer Law different from other firms?
Our client-focused approach combines personalized attention with decades of local legal experience. We prioritize clear communication and stress reduction during complex legal processes.
Does Stelzer Law handle estate administration?
Yes, we provide full estate administration services including asset management, debt settlement, and certificate of appointment applications for both testate and intestate estates.
Reviews (4)
Jason Weeks
Nov 22, 2019
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Extremely satisfied with professional service. I couldnt imagine getting through a stressful process without Cheryl and her staffs help and support. I would highly recommend Cheryl Stelzer for any and all of your legal needs.
Scott Gardner
Oct 25, 2019
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Cheryl and her team are amazing. Its nice to be treated like a human with compasion and respect when going thru a rough time in life. Highly recommend her firm to anyone. Thank you so much.
Kate A.
Aug 14, 2019
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Cheryl and her wonderful team helped me through a very difficult time of my life. Cheryl dealt with my family law case with incredible expertise, compassion and efficiency. She was also able to help with the sale of my home and prepare my legal will. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone and access her services again in the future.
Patricia Miller
Jan 25, 2019
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I can't speak highly enough about Cheryl's work. She assisted me with my divorce and more recently my will. Cheryl has expert knowledge in these fields. I could say a lot more about working with her but simply put I found her legal advice and moral support to be invaluable. Everyone should have such an advocate!
