Small Claims Court Filing Ontario (Form 7A / 9A)
Document preparation for plaintiff claims, defences, and settlement conferences up to $35,000.
Ontario Small Claims Court handles disputes up to $35,000, but filings are rejected for incomplete Forms 7A (plaintiff claim) and 9A (defence), missing affidavits of service, or unorganized evidence. We prepare the court documents so your filing is accepted the first time.
Goals
- File an accepted Small Claims Court document package
- Prepare a plaintiff claim (Form 7A) or defence (Form 9A) correctly
- Be ready for the settlement conference
Outcomes
- A completed Form 7A / 9A with supporting evidence organized
- An affidavit of service prepared for proper filing
- Settlement conference preparation with a clear statement of claim
The Small Claims Court Filing Ontario (Form 7A / 9A) Process
Document preparation
We prepare Form 7A (plaintiff claim) or Form 9A (defence) with the required particulars and evidence.
Service
We prepare the affidavit of service so the filing is accepted and the timeline is met.
Conference prep
We organize your evidence and prepare a clear statement for the settlement conference.
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Small Claims Court Filing Ontario (Form 7A / 9A) - Your Questions Answered
What is the maximum claim in Ontario Small Claims Court?
The limit is $35,000 (excluding interest and costs). Claims above that must go to Superior Court. We confirm the right venue for your dispute.
What is an affidavit of service and do I need one?
It's the sworn statement proving you served the claim on the defendant. Filing is rejected without it. We prepare it so your timeline is met.
Do you provide legal representation?
No. We prepare court documents and organize evidence, but we don't provide legal advice or representation. For legal advice, consult a licensed paralegal or lawyer.
Statistics & Program References (2026)
All figures on this page are sourced from official Government of Canada and United States government publications. Figures reflect 2026 program parameters unless otherwise noted.
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