About
Dedicated Legal Advocacy Based in St. Thomas, Ontario
When you are facing a high-stakes rental dispute or an upcoming Landlord and Tenant Board hearing you need a direct, experienced legal professional who knows the law inside and out and handles your file personally.
I am Ted Smith, a Licensed Ontario Paralegal in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario since 2015, and the founder of Theodore Smith Paralegal Services located in St. Thomas, ON. My practice focuses exclusively on representing both landlords and tenants before the Landlord and Tenant Board throughout St. Thomas and across Ontario.
Your Case, Handled Personally
I established my independent sole practice in 2017 to provide a level of direct, consistent service. When you retain my services, you deal with me from your very first intake consultation right through to final resolution. Your files, your communications, and your hearing representation are completely managed by my hands—no exceptions.*
My comprehensive services include:
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Detailed, strategic guidance under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA).
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Flawless preparation, legal service, and digital filing of notices, board applications, and responses.
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Rigorous organization of complex digital evidence packages (including rent ledgers, timelines, text logs, and inspector reports).
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Direct management of all communications with the LTB and opposing parties.
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Full legal representation at your virtual LTB video hearing.
My Commitment to You
My legal services is strictly guided by a commitment to Discreet, Respectful, and Affordable service. I don’t believe in confusing legal jargon or hiding risks behind complicated terms. Instead, I deliver practical, realistic legal advice in plain, straightforward language so that you can make fully informed decisions about your property or your home.
Whether we are negotiating a fair settlement or heading into a highly contested hearing, I provide the focused, structured, and resilient strategy you need to protect your rights.