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We're now J. Amelia Law Professional Corporation, rebranding from JTM LAW. Read the announcement.

Trusted local counsel · J. Amelia Law

A Trusted Local Firm, A New Chapter

For decades, this practice has helped families and businesses across Chatham-Kent with the careful, personal service of a small-town firm. Under Joe Amelia, that commitment continues.

J. Amelia Law office in Wallaceburg

Our Story

J. Amelia Law serves Wallaceburg, Chatham, and surrounding communities from our office on Creek Street. We help clients with real estate closings, wills, estate plans, and business matters with the same promise: we take the time to explain every step, and we treat you like a neighbour, not a file number.

Our team is committed to trust, attention to detail, and genuine community involvement. We keep our service personal while modernizing how we work so you can meet us in person or virtually, wherever you are in Ontario.

What hasn't changed is what matters most. We're proud to be from here, to know this region's property, its families and its businesses, and to offer big-firm capability with small-town care. Whether you're buying your first home, planning your estate or growing a business, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.

Our Experienced Legal Professionals

From senior lawyers to specialized legal clerks, our team brings diverse expertise and dedication to serving the Wallaceburg and Chatham-Kent community.

Joe Amelia - Owner & Principal Lawyer

Featured Lawyer

Joe Amelia

Owner & Principal Lawyer

Joe Amelia's practice focuses on real estate, wills and estate planning, and corporate matters. He specializes in drafting agreements, estate documents, and providing strategic business advice to local companies. Known for clear, practical legal guidance and deep community roots.

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Our Support Team

Tom McGregor

Lawyer

Practises in real estate, estate planning, and corporate law.

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Paula Verbeem

Legal Clerk

Specializes in Family Law, divorce, separation agreements, wills, power of attorney, estates, and real estate.

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Emilee Kloostra

Legal Clerk

Specializes in corporate and real estate work.

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Lorrie Bogaert

Legal Clerk & Office Manager

Specializes in wills and estate work.

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Carla Van Damme

Legal Clerk

Specializes in real estate work.

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Danielle Godbout

Legal Clerk

Specializes in real estate work.

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Community & Values

Personal service

We know your name and your story, not just your file.

Local knowledge

Decades of experience with this region's property, families and businesses.

Plain-language advice

We explain your options clearly, so you can decide with confidence.

Our team believes legal work should strengthen the communities we serve. We are proud to contribute our time and experience across local boards, organizations, and civic initiatives in Wallaceburg, Chatham-Kent, and surrounding areas.

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Let's talk about your matter

Tell us what you need help with and we will follow up with next steps for an in-person or secure video meeting.