Real Estate Lawyers in Rockland (Clarence-Rockland) Serving Ottawa & Prescott-Russell

Simard & Associates has proudly served clients since 1996, delivering clear, practical legal guidance for residential and commercial real estate matters. Based in Rockland, we support individuals, families, and businesses across Clarence-Rockland, the Prescott-Russell region, and the greater Ottawa area.

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a property, refinancing, or dealing with a more complex real estate issue, our lawyers help you move forward with confidence. We take pride in providing advice that’s straightforward and honest, so you understand your options, your obligations, and the next steps at every stage of your transaction.

Real Estate Lawyers Serving Ottawa & Clarence-Rockland Regions.

Real Estate Planning in Rockland and Ottawa

Real Estate Law Services in Rockland, Prescott-Russell & Ottawa

Real estate transactions can involve tight timelines and important financial decisions. Our team helps you manage the legal details, reduce risk, and keep your closing on track, whether your property is in Rockland, elsewhere in Clarence-Rockland, or anywhere across Prescott-Russell and Ottawa.

Residential Purchases & Sales (Rockland and Surrounding Communities)

From reviewing the Agreement of Purchase and Sale to coordinating closing documents, we guide you through each stage of buying or selling a home. We help you understand key conditions, closing adjustments, title issues, and what to expect before possession day.

Refinancing, Mortgages & Title Changes

If you’re refinancing, switching lenders, adding or removing an owner, or transferring property within a family, we help ensure your documents are prepared properly and registered accurately. This includes mortgage-related work and title changes that require careful attention to detail.

Commercial Real Estate (Purchases, Sales & Leasing)

For businesses across Rockland, Prescott-Russell, and Ottawa, we support commercial purchases, sales, and leasing. We help review terms, manage due diligence, and address practical issues that can impact your operation and timelines.

Severances, Rezoning & Land Matters

Property severances, rezoning, and land development matters can involve multiple steps and approvals. We provide legal support to help you navigate the process and understand the implications for ownership, use, and future saleability.

Condominiums & Joint Ownership

Whether you’re purchasing a condo or entering a shared ownership arrangement, we help you understand legal documents, responsibilities, and potential risks. For joint or fractional ownership, we can assist with agreements designed to reduce uncertainty and avoid disputes.

Real Estate Litigation & Dispute Resolution

When disagreements arise, such as title defects, contract disputes, or mortgage enforcement, having the right legal support matters. We can advise you on options and represent your interests through negotiations or the court process when needed.

Real Estate Law Services Offered

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Preparation and negotiation of Agreements of Purchase and Sale

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Residential sales, purchases, and financing

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Commercial leasing, sales, purchases, and financing

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Severances and rezoning matters

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Condominium law support

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Mortgage enforcement

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Subdivision and land-related matters

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Real estate litigation

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Joint or fractional ownership agreements

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Joint ventures

Our Lawyers

MARC Y. SIMARD
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MARC Y. SIMARD

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ÉLYSSA A. POTVIN
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ÉLYSSA A. POTVIN

Lawyer

MÉLISSA LALONDE
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Mélissa N. Lalonde

Lawyer

Get in Touch with a Real Estate Lawyer

If you’re buying, selling, or refinancing in Rockland, Prescott-Russell, or Ottawa, contact Simard & Associates to speak with a lawyer and take the next step with confidence.

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Real Estate Lawyer FAQs (Rockland, Prescott-Russell & Ottawa)

Ideally, contact a lawyer as soon as you’re preparing an offer, or immediately after your offer is accepted. Getting legal support early gives you time to plan for financing, review key terms, and prepare for closing requirements without last-minute pressure.

We serve clients throughout Prescott-Russell, including Rockland and surrounding communities, and we also work with clients across the Ottawa region. If you’re buying, selling, or refinancing in Eastern Ontario, our team can help.

A real estate lawyer reviews the Agreement of Purchase and Sale, conducts title searches, prepares and registers legal documents, coordinates with your lender (when applicable), and manages closing funds and adjustments to help complete the transaction properly.

Common documents include the signed Agreement of Purchase and Sale (if available), government-issued photo ID, financing details or lender contact information, and any relevant property documents (such as a recent tax bill or mortgage statement for a sale or refinance). 

Fees vary based on the type of transaction (purchase, sale, refinance, or commercial) and complexity. The best approach is to request a quote so you understand the legal fees and typical disbursements based on your situation.

Timelines vary, but most transactions follow the closing date set out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale. Legal work often begins well before closing to allow time for title searches, financing coordination, and document preparation.