Normally, the seller pays their own lawyer and the buyer pays theirs, unless the purchase agreement says otherwise. Pursuit normally covers both sides’ lawyer fees, with the arrangement confirmed in the written terms for your transaction.
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The seller hires a lawyer to handle the sale, and the buyer hires a lawyer to handle the purchase. Each normally pays for their own legal work. This is the arrangement in clause 9(a) of the Law Society of Saskatchewan’s standard offer to purchase. The parties can agree to a different arrangement in their contract.
Source: Law Society of Saskatchewan — standard offer, clause 9(a)
The seller’s lawyer handles the legal work needed to complete the sale. Depending on the transaction, that can include:
The buyer’s lawyer handles the legal work for acquiring the property. Depending on the transaction, that can include:
Pursuit normally covers both the seller’s and buyer’s lawyer fees. Who pays is agreed for each transaction and confirmed in the purchase agreement, including any agreed written changes. You can have your own lawyer advise you and review the agreement. Paying the fees does not mean one lawyer must represent both sides.
Lawyer fees pay for legal services. Mortgage debt, lender penalties, property-tax adjustments and third-party expenses are separate items to review. Ask for an itemized statement showing applicable taxes and disbursements, and how those costs are handled in your agreement. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada identifies several possible selling expenses beyond legal fees.
Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada — selling a home
Published by Pursuit of Properties Inc. · Updated November 5, 2026. General information only; your lawyer and lender can confirm the figures and terms for your transaction.
Normally, the seller pays their own lawyer and the buyer pays theirs. The purchase agreement can provide for a different arrangement. Pursuit normally covers both sides’ lawyer fees, with the arrangement confirmed in the written terms for your transaction.
Pursuit normally covers both the seller’s and buyer’s lawyer fees. Who pays is agreed for each transaction and confirmed in the purchase agreement, including any agreed written changes.
There is no set price for legal services. Ask your lawyer for a quote for your sale, including what is covered, applicable taxes, third-party expenses and any work charged separately.
Lawyer fees and mortgage charges are different costs. Ask your lender for the mortgage payout and related charges for your expected closing date, and review how those amounts are handled in your purchase agreement.
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