Toronto · GTA · Online LTB hearings

Toronto landlord paralegals who get your property back.

N4 non-payment, N12 own-use, N8 late rent and cash-for-keys, handled start to finish at the Landlord and Tenant Board by eviction paralegals who only represent landlords and own rental properties too.

500+ Google reviews from Ontario landlords
Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario

Robert Di Lisi of Stonegate Legal Services speaking to Toronto and GTA landlords

10,225+Landlord files handled
25+Years helping landlords
10,225+Landlord files handled
7Licensed paralegals
46Ontario cities and growing
500+★★★★★ Google reviews
Landlord-side legal services

Toronto eviction paralegals, on the landlord’s side only

Every file gets a notice review before it is served. One error restarts the clock, so we catch it first.

Non-payment of rent (N4)The most common matter for Toronto landlords. The tenant base is wide, from young professionals and students to families and long-term tenants, and when income is disrupted rent is often the first payment that stops. At Toronto rent levels every month counts. The N4 has to be mathematically correct and claim only lawful rent; one error restarts the void period and adds weeks. We draft, file and represent you from notice to hearing.Learn more →Personal use (N12)Many Toronto condo owners now want their unit back for themselves or a close family member. Adjudicators look closely at these applications: the good-faith intention has to be clear, the compensation paid on time and the notice served correctly. Bill 97 tightened the N12 rules, and a misstep means dismissal and starting over. We prepare Toronto N12 applications every week.Learn more →Persistent late rent (N8)A tenant who always pays, but always late, shows a pattern that can justify termination. We track the payment history, prepare the N8 notice and file the L2 application if the behaviour isn’t corrected, with the dated record of each late payment the hearing turns on.Learn more →Cash-for-keysWhere a hearing isn’t the preferred route, or where speed matters more, a negotiated move-out can get a Toronto landlord the unit back faster and without the LTB queue. We negotiate the terms and document them so the agreement is enforceable and you are not exposed after the tenant leaves.Learn more →Demolition & repairs (N13)Planning a demolition, a conversion to another use, or repairs so extensive the unit must be vacant? We prepare the N13 correctly, advise on the compensation and right of first refusal that may apply, and file the L2 application.Learn more →T2 & T6 defenceWhen a tenant files a maintenance or harassment application, the response strategy matters. A T2 or T6 hearing can carry real financial consequences, including rent abatements and administrative fines. We build your defence, gather the evidence and represent you at the LTB.Learn more →Notice review & re-serviceThe LTB is high-volume, and applications with errors (a wrong rent figure, an improper service method, an incorrect notice period) get returned. That costs weeks. We review every Toronto notice before it is served and fix the issues that lead to re-service.Learn more →Rent owed after move-out?Most landlords want to know if it’s worth chasing. On the free call we’ll look at the amount and the tenant’s situation and give you a straight answer, before you spend a dollar.Learn more →
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Why landlords choose Stonegate

We’re landlords too. We only ever sit on your side of the table.

Robert and Bita Di Lisi own rental properties themselves, so we know what a missed month of rent actually costs. Stonegate has never represented a tenant: no conflicts, no divided loyalties.

Landlord-onlyNever tenants. Ever.
Flat-fee pricingQuoted before you sign.
24-hour responseAnswered in 1 business day.
Notice reviewEvery notice checked before it’s served.
Our process

How it works

What happens when you hire us.

  1. 1Free discovery callA short, no-obligation call. You tell us what’s happening; we tell you your options and what to expect.
  2. 2Notice prepared & servedWe prepare the correct notice and handle service in line with LTB requirements.
  3. 3Application & evidenceWe file your application and compile the evidence package. Nothing missed before your hearing date.
  4. 4LTB hearingWe attend, present your evidence and advocate on your behalf, anywhere in Ontario.
  5. 5Post-order guidanceIf the tenant won’t leave after the order, we file with the Sheriff and coordinate the eviction.
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Dr. Chris SulowskiGoogle review · ★★★★★

“Bita Di Lisi at Stonegate Legal Services was absolutely fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable, responsive, professional, and genuinely cared about helping me navigate an incredibly difficult tenant situation. Bita made the entire process feel far less overwhelming, and her practical advice ultimately saved me thousands of dollars in potential lost rent, legal expenses, and wasted time. I cannot recommend Bita and Stonegate Legal Services highly enough.”

Ryan FisherGoogle review · ★★★★★

“Fantastic to work with and guided us through the process so well. Would highly recommend!”

carolina hepfnerGoogle review · ★★★★★

“Anome was my paralegal and I am very happy with her services. Great communication and diplomatic when dealing with my tenant. I highly recommend her.”

Anna ThurairatnamGoogle review · ★★★★★

“Berkan was an amazing paralegal to work with. He gave personalized advice and guidance accurately specific to our situation. He helped me to answer all the questions confidently and we won our case with an eviction order earlier than expected. Thank you, Berkan, your help was invaluable.”

Sharon ChenGoogle review · ★★★★★

“I would like to sincerely thank you for all your help and support throughout my case. From the beginning, you were very responsible, patient, and professional. You carefully reviewed a large amount of evidence, answered my questions, helped me prepare for the hearing, and gave me clear guidance on how to focus on the most important issues.”

John SkovsgaardGoogle review · ★★★★★

“My dealings with Stonegate and particularly with Berkan were excellent. I was dealing with a tenant that would not voluntarily leave so that I could sell my property and Berkan offered excellent options and advice all the way through the process. When it came time to negotiate, his experience kicked in and got results. I would highly recommend Stonegate to any landlord in a similar situation.”

MehdiGoogle review · ★★★★★

“These guys are extremely professional and know their stuff. Robert D. was kind, listened attentively, and gave me exactly what I needed to know and hear to strategize. Thanks again Rob!”

Sandeep AterGoogle review · ★★★★★

“I had an excellent experience working with the Bita Di Lisi-Stonegate Legal Services team. They helped me resolve a difficult issue with tenants who were consistently paying rent late and missing payments altogether. They handled my case professionally from start to finish, including filing the application with the LTB. Thanks to their expertise and guidance, the tenants were successfully evicted within approximately 3 to 4 months.”

Sue (Mezes)Google review · ★★★★★

“Bita and her staff were professional, polite, efficient and respectful guiding me and successfully resolving issues I experienced with a tenant who was difficult to remove from my rental unit. I highly recommend their services.”

Kevin KimsaGoogle review · ★★★★★

“Excellent support and service knowledge folks to help navigate the processes in an efficient and effective manner.”

Meet your team

Real people who will handle your Toronto file

About Stonegate →

Robert Di LisiRobert Di LisiParalegal – Intake co-ordinator
Bita Di LisiBita Di LisiLead Paralegal
Ravis MohebbianRavis MohebbianParalegal
Anome MehrabianAnome MehrabianParalegal
Eric SpalvieriEric SpalvieriParalegal
Berkan AltunBerkan AltunParalegal
Mark TipoldMark TipoldParalegal/ Support staff
Seminars

We don’t just represent Ontario landlords. We teach them.

Robert and Bita speak to rooms full of landlords and investors about notices, LTB timelines and the mistakes that cost months. The same know-how goes into every file we handle.

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Robert Di Lisi at the Stonegate Legal Services booth at a landlord eventRobert Di Lisi
Built for Toronto landlords

Toronto LTB cases are heard online, and we handle them every week

Toronto is Canada’s most competitive rental market, with some of the highest rents in the country, and the Landlord and Tenant Board carries one of the heaviest caseloads in the province. Hearings are held online, so what decides your file is not where the property sits but how well the notice, application and evidence are prepared.

Our team handles Toronto LTB files every week. We know which documents carry weight, how adjudicators approach notice defects, and how to build an application that moves through the process without unnecessary delays. From the first notice through to Sheriff enforcement, we handle Toronto files end to end.

Landlords who go it alone often run into problems they didn’t need to have: rescheduled hearings, evidence that isn’t accepted, or consent orders they didn’t fully understand. Getting advice before you serve anything is the cheapest protection there is.

Toronto’s rental market

Toronto’s housing stock spans downtown condo towers, purpose-built rental buildings, rooming houses, basement apartments and older detached and semi-detached homes. A growing share of rental units are investor-owned condos, which brings more N12 own-use and sale-related files, while long-standing tenancies in older buildings bring their own issues around rent levels and repairs.

Whether you own a single condo or a portfolio across Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke and the old city, we work with individual owners renting a secondary suite and with property managers overseeing multiple buildings. The file type decides the approach, and we have handled every variation.

Neighbourhoods we serve

DowntownNorth YorkScarboroughEtobicokeEast YorkYorkLeslievilleThe Annex
Nearby: Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Pickering. We file in every LTB region in Ontario.
Every kind of Toronto landlord

Who we work with in Toronto

First-time and single-unit landlordsYou rent out one condo or a basement suite and have never been to the LTB. We explain every step in plain language and handle the paperwork so nothing is missed.
Investors with several propertiesYou carry mortgages on multiple Toronto units, and a non-paying tenant affects your whole portfolio. We move quickly and keep you updated on every file.
Property managersYou oversee buildings for owners who expect results. We work alongside your team on notices, filings and hearings, with consistent reporting you can pass on.
Owners selling or moving back inYou need the unit back for yourself, a family member or a buyer. We plan the N12 timeline around your closing or move-in date so the paperwork holds up.
Avoid the costly ones

Mistakes that cost Toronto landlords months of time.

Adding non-rent charges to an N4

An N4 can only claim unpaid rent. Including utility bills, damage costs or fees in the arrears figure can sink the notice and force you to start over.

Accepting payment without advice

If a tenant pays everything owing before the N4 termination date, the notice becomes void. Partial payments raise their own questions. Talk to us before you accept money mid-process.

Changing the locks yourself

Self-help evictions are illegal in Ontario. Only the Sheriff can enforce an eviction order. Doing it yourself invites a T2 application, abatements and fines.

An N12 without the paperwork

Own-use applications need good faith, the required compensation and a signed declaration from the person moving in. Gaps here are a common reason N12 files fail.

Losing the paper trail

N8 and T2 hearings are won on records: dated rent ledgers, receipts, texts and emails. If it isn’t documented, it is hard to prove at hearing.

Waiting too long

Every month a non-paying tenant stays is rent you may never recover. The sooner the correct notice is served, the sooner the clock starts.

What to have ready for your
FREE 20-minute call

You don’t need everything. These help us give you a clear answer on the first call.

  • The lease or tenancy agreement
  • A rent ledger showing payments and what is owed
  • Copies of any notices already served
  • Texts and emails with your tenant
  • The property address and unit details

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Province-wide coverage

Stonegate represents landlords across Ontario

We file with every LTB region in Ontario. Whether your property is in the GTA, Niagara, Eastern Ontario or the North, Stonegate handles your notices and applications, landlord-only, every time.

Landlord-only representation. Stonegate Legal Services never represents tenants: no conflicts, no divided loyalties. Every LTB filing, notice and hearing is handled by a licensed paralegal.

Frequently asked questions

Toronto landlord questions

Do you handle Toronto landlord cases specifically?

Yes. We file LTB applications for Toronto properties every week. Toronto hearings are held online and we handle them routinely, for landlords across the city from Etobicoke to Scarborough.

How much does an eviction paralegal cost in Toronto?

We charge flat fees, quoted upfront before you sign. The fee covers the notice, filing and hearing representation. No retainer, no hourly billing, no surprises.

Do you represent tenants?

No. We are a landlord-only firm. We never represent tenants, which means our advice is never diluted by conflicts of interest.

How long does an LTB case take in Toronto?

Toronto has one of the heaviest LTB caseloads in Ontario. Non-payment N4/L1 matters tend to move faster than N12 own-use or conduct applications. We give you a realistic timeline based on current scheduling when we review your file.

What happens if my tenant doesn’t leave after an eviction order?

You can request Sheriff’s enforcement (a Writ of Possession) through the LTB. We handle the enforcement steps after the order issues, including preparing the writ and coordinating with the Sheriff’s office.

Can I book a free consultation?

Yes. We offer a free 20-minute call to review your situation and tell you whether we can help and what it will cost.

Do I need to attend the LTB hearing in person?

No. LTB hearings are held online, and we represent you at the hearing. In most cases you do not need to appear yourself. We handle the file, present the evidence and advocate on your behalf.

What is the difference between an N4 notice and an L1 application?

The N4 is the notice served on the tenant when they have not paid rent. The L1 is the application filed with the LTB after the N4 void period expires. You need both, and we handle both steps.

Can I evict a tenant for reasons other than non-payment of rent?

Yes. The Residential Tenancies Act allows termination for personal use (N12), chronic late payment (N8), demolition or major repair (N13), and illegal acts. We identify the correct path for your situation.

My tenant filed a T2 application against me. What do I do?

Don’t ignore it. A T2 or T6 is a tenant-filed application alleging harassment, illegal entry or maintenance failure. We build your defence, prepare your evidence and represent you at the hearing.

How do I evict a tenant in Toronto?

In Ontario, a landlord cannot evict on their own. You serve the correct notice for your situation (an N4 for unpaid rent, an N12 for own use, and so on), wait for the termination date, then file the matching application with the LTB. After a hearing, the Board may issue an eviction order. If the tenant still won’t leave, only the Sheriff can enforce it. We handle every step for you.

How do I evict a tenant in Toronto?My Toronto tenant won’t leave. What can I do?

Don’t change the locks or remove their things. In Ontario, only the Sheriff can physically remove a tenant, and doing it yourself invites a T2 and fines. The legal route is the correct notice, then an LTB application, then an eviction order. If they still won’t go, the order is enforced by the Sheriff. We handle it from the notice through the hearing, and coordinate with the Sheriff’s office if it comes to that.

Does an N4 notice automatically end the tenancy?

No. If the tenant pays everything owing before the termination date on the N4, the notice becomes void and the tenancy continues. If they don’t, you still need to file an L1 application and get an order from the Board before the tenancy ends.

Do I need an eviction paralegal or a lawyer in Toronto?

Licensed paralegals are regulated by the Law Society of Ontario and are permitted to represent landlords at the Landlord and Tenant Board and in Small Claims Court. For most landlord-tenant matters, a paralegal team that does this work every day is the efficient, cost-effective choice.

When should I contact a paralegal?

Before you serve any notice. Many of the delays we see come from a defective notice served before the landlord got advice. A free 20-minute call first can save you weeks, and sometimes the cost of starting over.

Can I evict my tenant because I’m selling my Toronto property?

Selling on its own is not grounds to end a tenancy. If the buyer, or a qualifying family member, intends to move in, an N12 can be served for the purchaser’s own use once there is a signed agreement of purchase and sale, but only for buildings with three or fewer residential units. We coordinate the N12 timeline with your closing date.

What if my tenant damaged the unit?

Damage beyond normal wear and tear can be grounds for a notice to end the tenancy, and you can claim the cost of repairs. Photos, invoices and a move-in condition record make a big difference at the hearing. We review your evidence and recommend the right route.

Can I collect unpaid rent after my tenant has moved out?

Sometimes, but for most landlords the amount isn’t worth chasing. On the free call we’ll look at the amount and the tenant’s situation and give you a straight answer, before you spend a dollar.

Do you handle condo, basement and rooming-house rentals?

Yes. Condo units, basement suites and rooms make up a large share of Toronto rentals, and most are covered by the Residential Tenancies Act. One exception: if you share a kitchen or bathroom with the occupant, the Act may not apply. We confirm which rules govern your rental on the first call.

Can you guarantee the outcome of my case?

No honest representative can guarantee what the Board will decide. What we promise is careful preparation, correct paperwork and a straight answer about your chances before you spend money on a hearing.

How much can I raise the rent on my Toronto tenant?

Most sitting tenants can only receive one increase every 12 months, with at least 90 days’ written notice on the proper form, and the increase is generally capped at Ontario’s annual rent increase guideline. Units first occupied for residential purposes after November 15, 2018 are generally exempt from the guideline, but the 12-month and 90-day rules still apply. Going above the guideline in a covered unit requires LTB approval.

Can I ask a new tenant for a damage deposit?

No. In Ontario you can collect a rent deposit of up to one month’s rent, which must be applied to the last month of the tenancy, and a refundable key deposit. Damage deposits are not permitted. Screening carefully and documenting the unit’s condition at move-in is the better protection.