Avi Charney |
Charney Legal
avi@charneylegal.ca
(647) 550-2918
1120 Finch Ave West
Suite 608
North York,
ON
M3J 3H7
Avi Charney | Charney Legal
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Firm Summary
Avi J. Charney is a dual-qualified lawyer, serving as both a Barrister and Solicitor in Ontario, Canada, and as an Advocate licensed to practice law in Israel. He also holds the roles of Notary Public and Commissioner for taking affidavits in Ontario. Avi’s practice is primarily focused on Estates and Real Estate law, where he is deeply committed to client service and satisfaction. He takes pride in guiding individuals through significant life milestones, such as purchasing property and resolving important disputes, earning the trust of a diverse clientele, including individuals, estates, and businesses.
With a unique capability to operate in both Canada and Israel, Avi assists clients with cross-border legal matters, particularly in inheritance planning and real estate. He provides valuable services for clients in Israel dealing with Canadian legal issues and for Canadians handling legal matters in Israel. As a Notary Public, Avi is equipped to notarize documents intended for use in Israel and offers legal opinions on Canadian law for submission to Israeli courts.
Avi’s academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from York University, where he developed a strong interest in psychology, self-help, and psychotherapy. He leverages this knowledge, along with a deep sense of empathy, to help clients navigate both legal and non-legal challenges. Avi studied law at the University of London and earned a Master of Laws in Public International Law from The Hebrew University in Jerusalem.
Before founding his international law office in Toronto, Avi gained experience at prominent law firms in Israel and worked as an in-house lawyer and Trustee at an investment house. His early career also includes serving in an elite intelligence unit of the Israeli Defence Forces and working as a legal-copy editor for the Association of Jewish Lawyers’ Justice Magazine.
Avi is a strong advocate for access to justice, using modern technology to offer legal services throughout Ontario.