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Legal insights, updates, and commentary from the team at Gobin & Leyenson LLP.
Gobin & Leyenson LLP partner Olga Leyenson was quoted in a September 2026 Toronto Star article examining Ontario’s new RTA amendments under Bill 97 and Bill 60, including real LTB hearing timelines, the new written repayment agreement requirement, and practical advice for Ontario landlords.
Read moreOntario's September 21, 2026 amendments require tenants to pay 50% of rent arrears claimed before raising Section 82 issues in certain LTB proceedings. We break down the new rules, transitional provisions, and what this means for residential landlords.
Read moreOntario's September 21, 2026 amendments limit the circumstances the LTB may consider on motions to set aside eviction orders under section 77. We break down the new rules and what they mean for residential landlords.
Read moreOntario's new definition of persistent late payment of rent takes effect September 21, 2026. Learn how the prescribed definition may affect N8 Notices and eviction applications for residential landlords.
Read moreOntario's new 60-day occupancy rule for N12 personal use evictions takes effect September 21, 2026. Learn how O. Reg. 240/26 may affect bad faith eviction claims and what residential landlords need to know.
Read moreOntario's 2027 rent increase guideline is 1.9%, but not every rental unit is subject to rent control. Learn about the section 6.1 exemption and what landlords must know before serving an N1 Notice.
Read moreThe process for requesting a review of a Landlord and Tenant Board order has evolved. We break down the key procedural changes and what they mean for landlords pursuing or responding to review motions.
Read moreThe Ontario Standard Lease permits landlords to include additional terms, provided they do not conflict with the Residential Tenancies Act. Learn what clauses are enforceable and how proactive lease drafting can reduce disputes.
Read moreOntario's Residential Tenancies Act imposes serious consequences for landlords who evict tenants in bad faith. We examine the legal tests, penalties, and how to protect yourself as a landlord.
Read moreReceiving a Small Claims Court claim can be stressful. This guide walks defendants through the steps to take after being served, including filing a Defence and understanding your options.
Read moreErrors in an N4 Notice to End Tenancy for Non-payment of Rent can cause significant delays, adjournments, or dismissed applications. We outline the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Read moreWhen an Ontario tenant stops paying rent, every month of delay can mean growing arrears. Learn the first steps landlords should take, common mistakes to avoid, and how early action can protect your position.
Read moreBill 60 reduces the N4 notice period from 14 days to 7 days effective September 21, 2026. We explain what this means for Ontario landlords, how tenants can still avoid eviction, and what the Board’s powers mean for your case.
Read moreBill 60 gives Ontario landlords a new option on N12 personal use evictions: extend the notice period to 120 days and skip the one-month compensation requirement entirely. We explain the trade-offs.
Read moreBill 97 amendments effective September 21, 2026 introduce a statutory presumption of failure for landlords who miss N13 notification obligations, and extend the tenant filing window to six months after completion of the work.
Read moreBill 97 amendments effective September 21, 2026 add new written notice obligations for Ontario landlords after N13 renovation evictions, and give tenants a 60-day window to decide whether to return once the work is complete.
Read moreBill 60 shortens the deadline to file a Request to Review an LTB Order from 30 days to 15 days, effective July 1, 2026. Landlords must act quickly — the new window applies to all orders issued on or after that date.
Read moreBill 97 doubles RTA fines for Ontario landlords starting July 1, 2026. Individual landlords now face fines up to $100,000 and corporations up to $500,000 for offences under the Residential Tenancies Act.
Read moreBill 97 amendments effective July 1, 2026 require LTB payment agreements to be completed on an approved form. Landlords also have a 30-day window to reopen an application when a tenant breaches the agreement or order.
Read moreStarting July 1, 2026, Ontario tenants may install a window or portable air conditioner without the landlord's permission. Landlords who pay for electricity gain a limited right to raise rent — but cannot block the installation unless future regulations say otherwise.
Read moreGobin & Leyenson LLP managing partner and licensed paralegal Olga Leyenson has co-authored the new sixth edition of Small Claims Court: Procedure and Practice, published by Emond Publishing — a trusted guide for paralegal students across Ontario.
Read moreFounding partner Marty Gobin recommends Evidence and Litigation for Paralegals as a practical resource for anyone navigating Ontario's legal system — from paralegal students and legal professionals to self-represented litigants.
Read moreManaging partner Olga Leyenson authored Chapter 7 of Ethics and Professional Practice for Paralegals, 6th Edition — covering ethics in paralegal practice management and offering practical steps drawn from years of hands-on experience.
Read moreManaging partner Olga Leyenson contributed her legal and educational experience to Paralegal Mock Interviews, a video-based career preparation resource by Emond Publishing that helps Ontario paralegal students prepare for professional legal interviews.
Read moreEthics govern every aspect of legal practice at Gobin & Leyenson LLP. We explain what ethical litigation means in practice, and how our fee structures — hourly, block, and contingency — are designed to be fair, transparent, and in our clients’ best interests.
Read moreManaging partner Olga Leyenson contributed to Communication and Writing for Paralegals (2nd Edition), an Emond Publishing textbook helping Ontario paralegal students develop professional communication, legal writing, and advocacy skills.
Read moreManaging partner Olga Leyenson was interviewed and quoted in a Toronto Star article titled “The Outlook Is Bright for Paralegals,” highlighting the increasing demand for licensed paralegals and the expanding role of paralegals within Ontario’s legal system.
Read moreMarty Gobin argues against the Law Society of Upper Canada’s Statement of Principles requirement, contending that compelling lawyers and paralegals to profess certain views on diversity constitutes compelled speech and fails to account for diverse views within minority groups.
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