Areas of Practice.
zochodne/bucci

Construction Law

including Construction liens

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

Zochodne Bucci has a wealth of experience and routinely handles disputes arising from construction projects. We have acted for general contractors, owners, project managers, payment consultants, subcontractors and home owners. We assist contractors in securing funds owed to them and providing guidance to owners or other parties who have had a lien placed on their project or property. Contact our offices to ensure we can protect your lien rights in a timely manner.

Areas of Focus

  • Advised and representing owners, contractors and material suppliers in disputes under the Construction Act;
  • Drafting and registering Claims for Lien, Certificates of Action and advancing lien litigation generally;
  • Vacating and discharging liens;
  • Defending lien actions;
  • Advancing and defending trust claims under the Construction Act;
  • Interpreting and navigating construction contracts generally

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Commercial Disputes

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

We will handle contractual disputes arising from real estate transactions, lease agreements, debts and mortgages. We have experience interpretating complex legal arrangements and contracts generally. We offer clients advice on their legal remedies stemming from breaches of agreements and provide guidance on defences for alleged breaches. 

Areas of Focus

  • Failed Real Estate Transactions
  • Debt collection, loans and promissory notes;
  • Equipment and commercial space lease agreements;
  • Shareholder agreements;
  • General contractual breaches

 

Employment Law

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

We represent employers and employees in the non-union environment in matters including wrongful dismissal, complaints under the Employment Standards Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Areas of Focus

  • Wrongful and constructive dismissal; 
  • Fixed-term employment contracts;
  • Restructuring employment agreements;
  • OHRC complaints and mediations

 

Personal Injury

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

Zochodne Bucci has handled numerous serious personal injury claims on behalf of both Plaintiffs and Defendants. Our experience includes claims for slip and fall, , dog bites, long-term disability, motor vehicle accidents and other injury. Our representatives have years of experience advancing or defending injury claims through all steps of litigation.

Areas of Focus

  • Slip and Fall;
  • Long-term disability claims;
  • Assault and negligence claims;
  • Dog Owner’s Liability Act
  • Motor Vehicle accidents

 

Family Law

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Kristen Bucci

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

We are well versed in the law of separation and divorce. We have over 40 years of collective experience in that area, including representation in court for conferences, trials and appeals. We also assist parties who are looking to enter in to marriage or cohabitation agreements.  

Areas of Focus

  • Separation agreements;
  • Divorce;
  • Cohabitation agreements;
  • Adoption;
  • Child abduction

 

Estate Litigation

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne

Robert Zochodne

We have acted for estates and beneficiaries in contested estate matters including the passing of accounts, will challenges and the determination of rights in estates. Our experience includes attendances in the Superior Court on behalf of clients in estate disputes. 

Product Liability

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

Injury to person and property stemming from defective or unmerchantable products happens. Zochodne Bucci has brought and defended claims related to the Sale of Goods Act, commercial contracts and construction projects. Contact our offices to learn about what recourse you may have. 

Areas of Focus

  • Sale of Goods Act;
  • Commercial equipment sales;
  • Defective residential products;
  • General negligence claims

 

Administrative Law

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne

Robert Zochodne

There are numerous administrative tribunals in Ontario that perform judicial functions. We have extensive experience appearing before those specialized tribunals. 

Mediation Services

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Kristen Bucci

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

We have acted for estates and beneficiaries in contested estate matters including the passing of accounts, will challenges and the determination of rights in estates. Our experience includes attendances in the Superior Court on behalf of clients in estate disputes. 

Appellate Advocacy

Practice Contacts:

Rob Zochodne, Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne Robert Zochodne

Appealing decisions and responding to appeals are a stressful but integral aspect of our legal system. Our offices have the experience to mitigate the stressful nature of appellate proceedings. Our representatives have appeared on appeal hearings before the Divisional Court and the Ontario Court of Appeal. 


We are prepared to see your matter through initial proceedings and any subsequent appeal which may arise.  

Small Claims Court

Practice Contacts:

Bradley Zochodne

Robert Zochodne

Claims for the return of property or damages not greater than $35,000.00 fall under the purview of the Ontario Small Claims Court. Zochodne Bucci emphasizes a cost-effective approach to these claims without sacrificing quality of service. Contact our offices today for a consultation on a claim falling within this jurisdiction. 

“Law; an ordinance of reason for the common good, made by him who has care of the community.”

—Thomas Aquinas

providing reliable and effective legal solutions

Contact

100 Bond St. E. Suite 6,
Oshawa, L1G 0B7

905.576.5153

Robert G. Zochodne, Lawyer
rzochodne@zb-law.com
Kristen Bucci, Lawyer
kbucci@zb-law.com
Bradley Zochodne, Lawyer
bzochodne@zb-law.com
Jennifer Vinson
Legal Assistant to R. Zochodne
jvinson@zb-law.com