Law Society of Ontario (LSO) Lawyer Licensing Process Application – Certified True Copies

If you’re applying through the Lawyer Licensing Process in Ontario, you will be required to submit certified true copies of supporting documents (i.e. passport) as part of your application.

At Affordable Markham Notary, we offer certified true copies for $25 per document, making the process simple, fast, and affordable. Just bring your passport, and we will photocopy it for you (no additional charge).

Who Regulates Lawyers in Ontario?

Lawyers in Ontario are governed by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). Anyone wishing to practise law in Ontario must be licensed by the LSO.

To become licensed, candidates must complete the Lawyer Licensing Process, which includes:

• Submitting a completed licensing application

• Providing required supporting documentation

• Meeting experiential training requirements

• Successfully completing the licensing examinations

As part of the application stage, the LSO may require certified true copies of identification or other supporting documents.

What Is a Certified True Copy?

A certified true copy is a photocopy of an original document that has been compared to the original by a Notary Public. The notary certifies that the copy is a true and accurate reproduction of the original document. Unlike commissioning, certifying a document as a true copy can only be completed in person.

Common documents requiring certification for the LSO application include:

• Passport

• Government-issued identification

• Name change documents

• Academic credentials

  
  

Why Do You Need a Notary?

The LSO requires assurance that copies submitted with your application are authentic. A Notary Public:

• Reviews the original document

• Makes or reviews the photocopy

• Certifies the copy as true to the original

• Applies their signature and official seal

This ensures your documents meet the formal requirements of the licensing process.

Affordable Certified True Copies in Markham

If you are completing your LSO Lawyer Licensing Process application, we can help you quickly and efficiently.

• Fast in-person appointments

• Convenient Markham location

Simply bring your original document (such as your passport), and we will take care of the rest. Contact us today to book your certified true copy appointment.

Book an appointment here: https://www.affordablemarkhamnotary.com/service-page/certified-true-copy