How is an agent different from a lawyer on record?

A lawyer on record is a lawyer who represents a client in a case while an agent is a lawyer who provides legal advice and representation when needed but is not the solicitor of record.

How do you find an agent?

In Ontario, you can hire a lawyer who offers unbundled legal services where the lawyer acts as your agent instead of the solicitor of record.

Why would you hire an agent?

This can reduce the cost of your case and allow you to do some of the paperwork yourself.