Verify a Lawyer or Paralegal in Ontario

Verify a Lawyer or Paralegal in Ontario

If you want to verify the credentials of a lawyer or paralegal in Ontario, you can use the Law Society of Ontario’s Lawyer and Paralegal Directory. The Law Society regulates lawyers and paralegal licensees in the public interest and provides an official source to confirm their practising status, contact information, and regulatory history.

You can use the directory to:

  • Confirm if a lawyer or paralegal is licensed and in good standing.

  • Check their practising status and any restrictions on their practice.

  • Access business contact information (email, phone, and office address).

  • View additional information for licensees who display areas of law or services offered.

Example Licensees you can verify:

  • Immigration RCCIC: R706801

  • Lawyer (LSO Number): 89024M

How to Search:

  1. Visit the official Law Society Lawyer and Paralegal Directory.

  2. Enter the lawyer or paralegal’s name, city, or license number.

  3. Review the results to confirm their credentials.

Please note: The Law Society does not provide legal advice to the public. If you need a referral, you can use the Law Society Referral Service.

To search or verify a lawyer or paralegal, click the button below: