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When Should I Update My Will?
Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do, and many people spend considerable time, effort and
Life is Filled with Important Decisions.
Whether you’re buying a home, protecting your family, growing a business, or facing a legal challenge, our lawyers provide practical advice and experienced representation to help you move forward with confidence.
Serving clients throughout Southwestern Ontario from our offices in London, Stratford, and St. Marys.
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SERVING ONTARIO
A tradition of excellence
Legal matters are about more than the law—they’re about protecting your family, your business, your future, and the decisions that matter most.
At McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP, we provide practical legal advice and experienced representation to individuals, families, businesses, agricultural operations, municipalities, and organizations throughout Southwestern Ontario.
From our offices in London, Stratford, and St. Marys, our lawyers deliver personalized legal solutions across Business Law, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates, Family Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, and Appeals.
Whatever legal matter brings you here, our commitment is simple: listen carefully, explain your options clearly, and help you move forward with confidence.
Why Choose McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP
Choosing a law firm is about more than legal knowledge. It is about working with trusted advisors who understand your circumstances, communicate clearly, and provide practical guidance when important decisions need to be made.
For more than 50 years, individuals, families, businesses, agricultural operations, and organizations throughout Southwestern Ontario have trusted our firm for experienced legal representation and lasting relationships built on integrity, professionalism, and personalized service.
Every legal matter begins with understanding your goals.
We take the time to listen, explain your options clearly, and provide practical legal advice tailored to your circumstances, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Legal advice should be clear, practical, and easy to understand.
We provide straightforward legal advice, practical solutions, and clear guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
Many clients come to us with one legal matter and stay with us for years.
As life changes, they continue to rely on our team for practical legal advice and trusted guidance every step of the way.
With offices in London, Stratford, and St. Marys, we are proud to serve communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
Our local roots allow us to provide practical legal advice that reflects both the law and the realities our clients face every day.
Many legal matters are connected.
As a full-service law firm, we provide coordinated legal advice across multiple areas of law, giving clients the convenience and confidence of working with one trusted legal team.
For more than 50 years, we’ve earned the trust of clients throughout Southwestern Ontario.
We do so by providing practical legal advice, clear communication, and a commitment to protecting our clients’ interests.
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Practice Areas
Life’s legal needs often evolve over time. Whether you are buying a home, growing a business, planning your estate, or resolving a legal dispute, our lawyers provide practical advice across Business Law, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates, Family Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, and Appeals.
Whatever chapter comes next, McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Building a Business Takes Vision. Protecting It Takes Trusted Legal Advice.
Strong businesses are built on informed decisions. Our lawyers provide practical legal advice to entrepreneurs, corporations, agricultural businesses, and family-owned enterprises through every stage of growth, from incorporation to succession planning.
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Planning Today
Helps Protect Tomorrow.
Protect your family, your wishes, and your future with thoughtful estate planning. Our lawyers provide practical guidance for wills, powers of attorney, estate administration, and long-term planning with clarity and compassion.
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Buying Property Should Be Exciting. The Legal Process Shouldn’t Be Stressful.
Whether you’re buying, selling, refinancing, or transferring property, our lawyers provide practical legal guidance to help protect your investment and ensure your transaction proceeds smoothly from start to finish.
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Helping Families Navigate Life’s Most Personal Decisions.
Family law matters require practical advice, clear communication, and compassionate guidance. Our lawyers help clients navigate separation, parenting arrangements, support, and property matters while working toward solutions that protect what matters most.
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Resolving Disputes with Practical, Strategic Advice.
Legal disputes require practical strategies and experienced representation. Our lawyers help individuals and businesses resolve contract, property, commercial, and construction disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation when necessary.
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Experienced Advocacy Beyond the Initial Decision.
Appeals require careful legal analysis and strategic advocacy. Our lawyers represent clients in civil, criminal, and family appeals, providing clear advice and experienced representation throughout the appellate process.
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Protecting Your Rights When It Matters Most.
When your rights and future are at stake, experienced legal representation matters. Our lawyers provide practical advice and strong advocacy through every stage of the criminal justice process, helping you understand your options with confidence.
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WHY EXPERIENCE MATTERS
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PROUDLY SERVING SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO
The People Behind the Advice
Our lawyers bring diverse experience across seven areas of law while sharing the same commitment to professionalism, integrity, and responsive communication.
By working collaboratively, our team provides coordinated legal guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances, objectives, and future needs.
KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do, and many people spend considerable time, effort and
The short answer is yes, however there is a series of requirements that must be met to formally execute ones’
We tend to think of a will as the clearest expression of a person’s final wishes: a document that speaks
COMMON QUESTIONS
McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP is a full-service law firm serving individuals, families, businesses, agricultural operations, municipalities, and organizations throughout Southwestern Ontario. Our lawyers provide legal services in Business Law, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates, Family Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, and Appeals. Whether you need assistance with a single legal matter or ongoing legal advice, our team is committed to providing practical guidance tailored to your unique circumstances.
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You don’t need to know exactly which lawyer to contact before reaching out.
When you contact McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP, we take the time to understand your situation before connecting you with the lawyer whose experience best matches your legal needs. Our collaborative approach ensures you receive knowledgeable advice from the right legal professional, whether your matter involves real estate, business law, estate planning, family law, civil litigation, criminal law, or an appeal.
The best time to seek legal advice is before important decisions are made.
Whether you are buying or selling property, starting a business, preparing a will, navigating a family matter, or responding to a legal dispute, obtaining legal advice early can help identify risks, prevent costly mistakes, and provide peace of mind throughout the process.
When you contact McDonald, Simon, Stewart and Reidy LLP, we take the time to understand your situation before connecting you with the lawyer whose experience best matches your legal needs. Our collaborative approach ensures you receive knowledgeable advice from the right legal professional, whether your matter involves real estate, business law, estate planning, family law, civil litigation, criminal law, or an appeal.
Yes. In Ontario, a lawyer plays an essential role in every real estate transaction.
Your lawyer reviews title, prepares legal documentation, coordinates with lenders and real estate professionals, registers the transfer of ownership, and helps ensure your interests are protected throughout the closing process. Experienced legal guidance can help make one of life’s largest financial decisions proceed smoothly and with confidence.
Absolutely.
Our firm proudly assists individuals, families, entrepreneurs, corporations, agricultural operations, municipalities, and community organizations throughout Southwestern Ontario. From purchasing a home and preparing an estate plan to incorporating a business, resolving a dispute, or defending legal rights, our lawyers provide practical legal advice across a broad range of practice areas.
For more than 50 years, our firm has built lasting relationships by providing practical legal advice, responsive communication, and personalized client service.
We believe exceptional legal representation begins with listening. Every client has unique goals and circumstances, and we take the time to understand what matters most before recommending solutions. Our commitment to integrity, professionalism, and long-term relationships has earned the trust of generations of clients throughout Southwestern Ontario.
No.
While our firm has proudly served Stratford and Perth County for more than fifty years, we also have offices in London and St. Marys and represent clients throughout Southwestern Ontario. Whether you are an individual, family, business owner, agricultural operation, municipality, or organization, our lawyers are committed to providing accessible legal services close to home.
Getting started is simple.
Contact one of our offices in London, Stratford, or St. Marys to schedule an initial consultation. During your first conversation, we’ll learn more about your legal matter, answer your questions, explain the next steps, and connect you with the lawyer best suited to assist you.
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