Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Newmarket, Ontario
SW Legal Services is a dedicated legal practice founded in 2008 by Peter Swales, offering specialized representation in Small Claims Court, Provincial Offences Courts, and Social Justice Tribunals across Ontario. Our team brings over 20 years of combined litigation experience, focusing on delivering strategic legal solutions tailored to each client's needs. We prioritize client success through meticulous case preparation, deep knowledge of procedural nuances, and a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes.Our firm operates with transparency, offering flat-fee pricing and free initial consultations to ensure accessibility and clarity for all clients. Recognized for our track record of published decisions and client referrals, we combine technical expertise with compassionate advocacy to protect your rights in court.
Services
Small Claims Court
Criminal Offences
Traffic Tickets
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Municipal By-Laws
Hunting/Fishing Offenses
Collections
Appeals
Social Justice Tribunal
Provincial Offences Courts
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of litigation experience in Ontario courts.
- Our team offers free initial consultations for all legal matters.
- Proven track record of published decisions in Small Claims Court.
- Flat-fee pricing ensures transparent and predictable legal costs.
- Specialized representation in niche areas like hunting/fishing offenses.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Ontario
What people say
Saved my license
Win every time
Amazing what you can do
Successful outcomes
Highly recommend
Services
Small Claims Court
We represent clients in Ontario Small Claims Court for disputes up to $35,000, including debt recovery, contract breaches, and property damage claims. Our strategies maximize cost recovery while minimizing risks of adverse judgments. With expertise in procedural rules and case law, we ensure robust representation across Richmond Hill, Toronto, and surrounding regions.
Criminal Offences
Our firm defends clients charged with criminal offenses including assault, theft, and driving-related charges. We focus on evidence challenges, charge reductions, and trial advocacy to protect clients' rights and records. Services cover York Region, GTA, and provincial courts with a track record of dismissed cases and favorable plea bargains.
Traffic Tickets
We contest traffic violations like speeding, stunt driving, and license suspensions to prevent fines, demerit points, and insurance hikes. Our technical defenses leverage procedural errors and evidence challenges. Operating across Ontario, we protect driving records and reduce long-term financial impacts for clients.
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
We assist landlords and tenants with eviction proceedings, rent arrears, and compliance issues before the Landlord and Tenant Board. Our services include notice preparation, application defense, and negotiation to resolve disputes efficiently while upholding clients' legal rights and responsibilities.
Hunting/Fishing Offenses
We defend charges under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, including illegal hunting/fishing and license violations. Our team challenges evidence and mitigates penalties like fines, license revocation, and equipment forfeiture. Representing clients province-wide, we combine legal expertise with understanding of outdoor regulations.
People
Peter Swales
Founder
Peter Swales founded SW Legal Services in 2008 after building extensive litigation experience. He specializes in small claims, traffic offenses, and regulatory matters, combining strategic courtroom advocacy with client-focused service to achieve consistent wins for clients.
Questions
What areas of law does SW Legal Services handle?
We specialize in Small Claims Court, criminal offenses, traffic tickets, landlord/tenant disputes, hunting/fishing violations, and municipal regulatory matters across Ontario.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all legal matters to discuss your case and options without obligation.
How are legal fees structured?
We use a transparent flat-fee model for most services, clearly outlined in our retainer agreement with no hidden costs.
Can you represent me in Provincial Offences Court?
Yes, we regularly appear in Provincial Offences Courts across Ontario for traffic tickets, by-law violations, and regulatory charges.
What if I'm being sued in Small Claims Court?
Contact us immediately—we'll defend your rights, challenge claims, and prevent default judgments with strategic legal responses.
Are your paralegals licensed?
Yes, our team is licensed by the Law Society of Ontario to provide legal representation in authorized practice areas.
Reviews (4)
Jay G.
Dec 18, 2020
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SW legal services is the worse. They do NOT care about any of there clients just want your money and offer no help. I had to pay them $2000 in retainer fee before anyone even read my paperwork. Long story short what i needed done only cost $500 and SW legal still lost my case. DO NOT USE THESE GREEDY LAWYER"S they will bleed you dry for the smallest thing.and still loose your case... By the way what they tried to charge me $2000 for i literally did myself put the money towards my initial issue and got my license back.
Lana T.
Aug 04, 2020
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Best legal representation! Peter and the team take great care of their clients and deliver amazing results. Not only do they efficiently resolve legal matters at an exceedingly reasonable cost, they take away the stress from potentially unraveling situations.
Tamara T.
Jun 04, 2020
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When dealing with small claims court matters I quickly found myself being in over my head. I didnt want to abandon the claim as it was not only a matter of reclaiming costs, but also a matter of principle. Peter and his team took charge of my case, guiding my case through all procedural milestones and bringing it to a very successful resolution. The final results exceeded my expectations.
Peter is very knowledgeable and experienced in all the nuances that can be taken to his clients advantage. However, its when hes in the courtroom - thats when his talent truly shines! Bottom line
Peter is very knowledgeable and experienced in all the nuances that can be taken to his clients advantage. However, its when hes in the courtroom - thats when his talent truly shines! Bottom line
Wendy Liu
Dec 22, 2018
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Peter and his team are the best! He focuses on the best way to solve the problem with expertise, respect, confidence and reasonable charge. He was referred by a friend after we worked with several others. The only regret is we didn't know him earlier. I definitely will work with him and refer anyone need paralegal assistance to Peter. I am very thankful Peter closes my case successfully. I have no doubt he will have more and more happy clients. So when you have any paralegal issues, do not try to do it yourself or go anywhere else like we did. Peter is right here helping you. You will agree with
