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ShajjanParalegal Services

Landlord and Tenant Board paralegal for landlords and tenants

Shajjan Paralegal Services represents landlords and tenants at Ontario’s Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB). We serve the right notice, file the application, prepare the evidence and represent you at the hearing, all for one flat fee of $1,200 plus HST per application.

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  • Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario, licence P20257
  • We speak English, Farsi, Hindi, Urdu and Pashto

Overview

Most LTB cases are lost on paperwork, not on the facts. A notice with the wrong termination date, a missing certificate of service or an application filed on the wrong form can send a landlord back to the start months later. Tenants lose rights they never knew they had because they didn’t file in time.

We act for small landlords who own one or a few units and for tenants dealing with arrears, repairs, harassment or an eviction they believe is in bad faith. We confirm which rules apply to your tenancy, including the 2026 Bill 60 changes, before anything is served.

Matters we handle

Landlords

Rent arrears, persistent late payment, damage, illegal acts, and units needed for your own family.

Tenants

Maintenance and repairs, harassment, illegal entry or lockouts, rent increases and bad-faith evictions.

Property managers

Reliable notice and filing support so files don’t get thrown out on a technicality.

Situations like yours

Common cases we see, and how we would approach each one. These are illustrations, not promises of a result: every case depends on its facts.

Example scenario

Tenant stopped paying: $9,600 in arrears

A landlord in North York renting out a basement unit is owed $9,600 after the tenant stopped paying for four months and stopped answering messages.

How we would handle it

We would serve an N4 with a correct arrears calculation and termination date (now as short as 7 days), file the L1 as soon as the notice period ends, and present a clean rent ledger at the hearing to get an order for the arrears and possession.

The law: If the tenant pays everything owing before the termination date on the N4, the notice is void. After that, the landlord can apply to the LTB.

Example scenario

Selling the house, and the buyer wants it empty

An owner in Thornhill accepted an offer on a semi-detached house with a tenant in the basement. The buyer’s family plans to live in the whole house and closing is in 90 days.

How we would handle it

We would serve the N12 for the purchaser’s own use with the right termination date, get the buyer’s declaration, arrange the one month’s compensation, and file the L2 early so the hearing happens before closing.

The law: A purchaser can end a tenancy for their own use only in a building of three units or fewer, and only if they or their family genuinely intend to live there for at least a year.

Example scenario

Evicted for the landlord’s “son”, then the unit was re-listed for $700 more

A family in Etobicoke moved out after an N12 saying the landlord’s son would move in. Two months later the same unit was advertised for $700 a month more.

How we would handle it

We would file a T5 with the listing screenshots, the N12 and a timeline, and ask for a year of the rent difference, moving costs, and a fine against the landlord.

The law: When a unit is re-rented within a year of an own-use eviction, the law presumes the notice was given in bad faith unless the landlord proves otherwise.

Example scenario

Landlord changed the locks while the tenant was at work

A tenant in Scarborough came home to find the locks changed and her belongings in garbage bags, two weeks after a rent dispute.

How we would handle it

We would file an urgent T2, ask the LTB to order the tenant back into the unit, and claim compensation for moving and storage costs and lost property.

The law: Only the Sheriff can carry out an eviction, and only with an LTB order. A landlord who locks a tenant out without one is breaking the law.

Example scenario

Six months of mould and a broken heater

A tenant in Toronto reported black mould and a broken heater for six months, with photos and texts to the landlord. Nothing was fixed.

How we would handle it

We would file a T6 with a dated photo log, the text messages and any inspection report, and ask for a rent abatement for every month affected plus an order to finish repairs by a deadline.

The law: Landlords must keep units in good repair and meet health and safety standards, even if the tenant knew about the problem when moving in.

How it works

  1. 1

    Free 15-minute case review

    We look at your lease, ledger and notices and tell you where you stand.

  2. 2

    Correct notice served

    We prepare the right notice with the right dates and keep proof of service.

  3. 3

    Application filed

    We file with the LTB and prepare your evidence and disclosure.

  4. 4

    Mediation or hearing

    We represent you before the adjudicator, by video or in person.

  5. 5

    Order and next steps

    We explain the order and what happens next, including enforcement or compliance.

What the fee includes

Key facts and deadlines

Landlord and Tenant Board (Tribunals Ontario)

Monetary limit
$50,000, the same as Small Claims Court
N4 notice period (unpaid rent)
7 days for notices given on or after September 21, 2026 (Bill 60), down from 14
Time to request a review of an order
15 days, down from 30 (since July 1, 2026)
Hearings
Mostly by video through Tribunals Ontario
Who can represent you
Licensed paralegals and lawyers

From our Google reviews

“I’m very thankful to Misbah for helping me at the last minute with my documentation and uploading my files for my case with the Landlord and Tenant Board. His professionalism, sincerity, and dedication to his clients really stood out. Even under time pressure, he was committed to making sure everything was handled properly.”
Prince M., Landlord and Tenant Board. Google review, 2026
“I required the assistance of a Shajjan Paralegal Services for an LTB matter, and Misbah Shajjan provided excellent support throughout the process. He was professional, knowledgeable, and handled everything with great attention to detail. He explained each step clearly and made a stressful situation much easier to manage.”
Hafizullah T., Landlord and Tenant Board. Google review, 2025

Landlord and Tenant Board: questions and answers

How much does an LTB paralegal cost in Ontario?

One flat fee of $1,200 plus HST for one application, for a landlord or a tenant, from the notice to the hearing. LTB filing fees are extra.

Do you represent tenants as well as landlords?

Yes. We act for both landlords and tenants, but never for both sides of the same dispute.

How long does an eviction for non-payment take in Ontario?

It depends on the notice period and how quickly the LTB schedules a hearing. Serving a correct N4 the first time is the biggest thing a landlord controls, because a defective notice restarts the clock.

Can my landlord evict me so a family member can move in?

Only with an N12 served in good faith for the landlord, their spouse, child, parent, or a caregiver, who must intend to live there for at least a year. You are entitled to compensation equal to one month’s rent.

What can I do if my landlord won’t fix my unit?

A tenant can file a T6 application. The LTB can order repairs, a rent abatement, and in some cases let you pay rent into the Board until repairs are done.

What changed at the LTB with Bill 60 in 2026?

Two changes matter most. For N4 notices given on or after September 21, 2026, the termination date can be as early as 7 days after the notice is given, instead of 14. And since July 1, 2026, you have 15 days, not 30, to ask the LTB to review an order. Notices served before a change follow the old rules.

Read the guide

Talk to a licensed paralegal about your case

Call, text or email. We’ll confirm your deadline and what the fee covers on the first call.

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