Buying or selling a home in Ontario? If you're not keen on taking time off work or making a trip across town (or across the country) just to sign paperwork, there's good news. Remote real estate closing is not only possible, but it’s increasingly common.
A remote closing lets you complete most, if not all, of the legal steps involved in a real estate transaction without stepping into a lawyer’s office. Everything from signing documents to verifying your identity can often be done virtually. But while it sounds simple, there are still important legal steps to follow, and that’s where a real estate lawyer in Ontario plays a crucial role.
You might be finalizing a deal from your condo in Toronto or signing paperwork while overseas. Either way, knowing how remote closings work in Ontario can help you avoid last-minute issues and move forward with a clear mind.
A remote closing is the process of legally transferring ownership of a property without needing to meet in person. Buyers and sellers can handle most of the paperwork, legal reviews, and signatures virtually, from anywhere.
Instead of sitting across a table in a lawyer’s office, the process happens through secure video meetings, electronic document signing, and digital communication. It’s still a legally binding transaction, just without the commute.
| Traditional Closing | Remote Closing |
| In-person signing at a law office | Virtual meetings via Zoom or similar platforms |
| Wet ink signatures on paper documents | E-signatures on digital files (where permitted) |
| ID verified face-to-face | ID verified remotely (with lawyer supervision) |
| Physical handoff of documents or cheques | Secure digital transfers and trust account handling |
Remote closings are ideal for:
Important: Even if the closing is remote, legal requirements in Ontario still apply—like ID verification, title review, and fund handling. That’s why working with a real estate lawyer is essential.
Yes, remote closings are fully legal in Ontario. The Law Society of Ontario allows for video calls, e-signatures, and digital workflows, provided a licensed lawyer oversees it.
From reviewing your purchase agreement to ensuring the title transfer is accurate, your lawyer ensures the deal is airtight. More details on what a real estate lawyer does.
Book a video consultation with your real estate lawyer to review your agreement.
Sign documents electronically using secure platforms. Your lawyer will guide you through it.
Your real estate lawyer in Toronto ensures everything is legal, safe, and properly documented—from land transfer taxes to title searches.
Khan Law makes remote closings simple and secure. Contact us to get started today.
Yes, with proper ID verification and legal procedures, your lawyer can handle the process virtually.
Yes, for most real estate documents in Ontario.
Remote closings with POA are possible, but require additional legal review.
Via secure video calls and cross-referenced IDs under Law Society rules.
Yes, funds are handled through trust accounts and platforms are encrypted.
Usually, within a few business days after conditions are met.
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