1. Commitment to Accessibility
Postell Law is committed to providing accessible legal services and ensuring that individuals with disabilities are treated with dignity, independence, respect, and equal opportunity.
We recognize that individuals may experience barriers when accessing legal services and are committed to identifying and addressing those barriers in accordance with applicable law and our professional obligations.
Our approach to accessibility is guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, where applicable, and the Law Society of Ontario’s Rules of Professional Conduct.
2. Accessible Legal Services
Postell Law is committed to accommodating the disability-related needs of clients and prospective clients to the point of undue hardship, as required by the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Depending on individual circumstances, accommodations may include:
- Alternative communication methods, including telephone, email, or virtual meetings.
- Providing documents and information in accessible formats upon request.
- Allowing additional time for appointments or communications where required.
- Accommodating the use of assistive devices, service animals, or support persons, as appropriate and consistent with applicable legal and professional obligations.
- Making reasonable alternative arrangements where physical or communication barriers may prevent access to legal services.
Accommodations will be considered individually, taking into account the needs and circumstances of the person requesting assistance.
Disability-related accommodations necessary to provide equal access to legal services will be provided without additional charges, subject to applicable law.
3. Website Accessibility
Postell Law is committed to improving the accessibility and usability of its website, www.postelllaw.ca.
We recognize that some individuals may experience difficulties navigating websites or accessing online information because of visual, auditory, physical, cognitive, or other disabilities.
We aim to make the website’s information understandable, navigable, and accessible to individuals using different devices and assistive technologies.
Although we endeavour to maintain an accessible website, accessibility barriers may occasionally arise.
If you experience difficulty accessing any information or functionality on our website, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to address the issue and provide the requested information through an accessible alternative.
4. Accessible Communications and Documents
Postell Law recognizes that effective communication is essential to the provision of legal services.
Where an individual requires an accessible format or communication support, we will work with that individual to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Depending on the circumstances, this may include electronic documents, larger-print materials, alternative communication methods, or other reasonable arrangements.
We will make reasonable efforts to provide accessible communications and documents in a timely manner, having regard to individual needs and applicable legal obligations.
5. Confidentiality and Accommodation Requests
Information provided in connection with an accessibility or accommodation request will be handled with appropriate care and confidentiality.
Postell Law will request only the information reasonably necessary to assess and respond to an accommodation request.
Any information received will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and our professional obligations concerning confidentiality and solicitor-client privilege.
6. Accessibility Feedback and Requests
Postell Law welcomes feedback concerning the accessibility of its legal services and website.
Individuals who encounter an accessibility barrier, require accommodation, or wish to provide feedback are encouraged to contact the Firm.
We will review accessibility concerns and work toward appropriate solutions consistent with our legal and professional obligations.
Requests and feedback may be submitted through the following contact information:
Postell Law Whitby, Ontario
Telephone: (647) 771-0051 Website: www.postelllaw.ca Contact Form: www.postelllaw.ca/contact/
7. Review and Updates
Postell Law may review and update this Accessibility Statement to reflect changes in applicable legislation, professional obligations, website functionality, or the Firm’s accessibility practices.
The current version of this statement will be made available on our website.