Public inquiry or coroner's inquest standing application
Applying for standing and representing a person or organization at a public inquiry or coroner's inquest.
What is included
- Reviews the facts and any notice requirements
- Gives written notice to the Crown or municipality where required
- Prepares and files the claim, appeal or standing application
- Represents you at the Ontario Land Tribunal, the inquest or in court
- Negotiates compensation
What is not included
- Filing fees, transcripts and other disbursements
- Further appeals or other proceedings not covered by the lawyer's written retainer
- Independent medical or other reports
Who this service is for
- People harmed by government action
- Property owners whose land is being expropriated
- Applicants and others with a right to appeal a minor variance or consent decision
- Families and others seeking standing at an inquest or inquiry
Information to have ready
- 1Dates and details of what happened
- 2Notices, decisions or expropriation documents
- 3Photos, plans or appraisals, where relevant
- 4Correspondence with the government body
How a referral works
- 1Tell us in a few words what the matter is about, and who else is involved, so we can check for a conflict of interest.
- 2We recommend an Ontario lawyer for your matter, and at least one other you could choose instead.
- 3The lawyer runs their own conflict check, confirms the scope and quotes the fee, normally in a written retainer agreement.
- 4You pay the lawyer's fee to the lawyer. Any referral fee comes out of it, is disclosed to you in writing, and never increases what you pay.
NEO Legal Services Professional Corporation is a licensed paralegal firm, not a law firm. Every step of a referral, and your rights
Frequently asked questions
What does the lawyer charge?
Lawyers usually charge $400–$900/hr for this kind of work, by the hour. The lawyer quotes the actual rate and an estimate. You pay the lawyer directly; the referral itself costs you nothing.
Is suing the government different from suing a person?
Yes. There are often special notice requirements and shorter deadlines, and some claims are limited by statute. Get advice early.
What is standing at an inquest?
Standing lets a person or group take part in the inquest, for example by questioning witnesses. The coroner decides who receives it.
General information only, not legal advice. NEO Legal Services Professional Corporation is a licensed paralegal firm regulated by the Law Society of Ontario.
Important limitations
- No outcome can be guaranteed
- Tribunals and courts can only decide the issues the law gives them
- Deadlines to appeal or apply keep running during a referral
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