How much will a lawyer cost me to help me buy a house?

The cost will vary from lawyer to lawyer and you should obtain several quotes. It will also depend on the value of the property you are buying and any special circumstances that might require additional time and attention. Note that the Professional Code of Conduct for the legal profession stipulates that within a reasonable time of beginning representation of a client, a lawyer must provide in writing as much information about fees and disbursements (out of pocket expenses) as is reasonable and practical in the circumstances, including the basis on which fees will be determined.

There are some costs involved in purchasing a house over and above lawyer fees (usually called disbursements). For example, the Real Property Report and a Compliance Certificate will usually exceed the lawyers fees and it is important to obtain an estimate of these costs in order to budget.

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