What We Handle | How It Works | Questions

Tenant Not Paying Rent in Ontario? We Handle the Whole Non-Payment Eviction.

From serving the N4, to filing the L1, to representing you at the hearing.

Your tenant owes rent. Maybe they have gone quiet. Maybe they keep promising and never pay. Either way, they are now living there for free, and you are the one paying for it.

That stops now. We act for landlords in non-payment of rent evictions, and we are at the LTB every day. One wrong figure or one wrong date on an N4 can get the whole application thrown out and set you back months. Getting it right the first time with us is what you are actually paying for.

Landlords Only. Fixed Fee. 400+ Evictions Handled. 25+ Years Experience. 175+ Google Reviews.

Tenant not paying rent? Call Sturino Walker Legal at 905-738-7171 for a free consultation.

What We Handle

Whether you have not started yet or you have already served your N4 Notice, we can help from any point in the eviction process.

Serving the N4 Notice

The N4 Notice is the most important document in the process. One error on it can void your whole application. We calculate the arrears, set the termination date correctly, and serve it the way the board requires, so it does not get thrown out at the hearing.

Filing the L1 Application

If the tenant does not pay by the termination date, we file your L1 application with the Landlord Tenant Board through our law firm portal to get your matter in the queue for a hearing date as soon as possible.

LTB Hearing Appearance

We prepare your evidence, represent you at the hearing, and request the eviction order. You are not facing the board on your own.

Sheriff Enforcement

An order does not always mean an empty unit. If the tenant does not vacate in accordance with the order, we file the paperwork with the sheriff to have them attend the property and physically remove the tenant.

How It Works

Three steps. One call with us and it stops being your problem to solve.

1. Tell Us What Is Going On

Call us and let us know how much is owed, how long it has been, and any documents you have already served. Free, no obligation, and most landlords hear back the same day.

2. Know the Plan and the Price

You will know exactly what happens next: the N4, the L1, and the hearing, plus how long it realistically takes and what it costs. One fixed fee, agreed up front. No hourly billing.

3. We Take It From There

We draft it, serve it, file it, and represent you at the hearing. You get on with your life, and the tenant becomes our problem.

Request a free consultation about your non-payment eviction. Call 905-738-7171.

Why Landlords Choose Sturino Walker Legal

We act for landlords, not tenants, so your interests are the only ones in play
Fixed fee agreed up front, with no hourly billing and no open-ended meter
400+ landlord evictions handled across Ontario
At the Landlord and Tenant Board daily, not once in a while
Notices and applications prepared correctly, so your case is not lost on a technicality

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 176 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   John Christou 
 July 29, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Maria & her team have been fantastic & professionals Maria explained the process to me and the same day see went to court for me .I got a call later that day good news that my charges were dismissed Thanks again
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Milind V. Deshpande 
 July 12, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sturino Walker legal services was able to save my demerit points for three charges. "Failed to stop for an emergency vehicle" was the most punishable offence. Liam Walker used his professional experience and cancelled my all charges. I highly recommend their services for traffic tickets. Thank you Liam Walker for saving my time and frustration.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   karran singh 
 July 6, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Liam and his team are excellent to work with.   They provided prompt and professional advice and service.  I would recommend services of Sturino Walker to others.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Agostinho Da Silva 
 July 1, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a pleasure to work with Sturino Walker Legal Services on a tenant issue. Maria was professional, knowledgeable and did a great job representing us in court. She kepts us informed at all times and made the process a lot easier and stress free. Thank you for your services
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Antoaneta Stoilov 
 June 22, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and caring, help us to resolve a 3 year problem with a tenant that wasn't,t paid the rent.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Janice Niss 
 June 22, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Liam and his team at Sturino Walker were professional and reassuring from the start walking us through the process and keeping us informed at every step of the way. Thank you again!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Alisha Lucchese 
 June 9, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent correspondence, phenomenal and professional.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Kenny Le 
 June 5, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sturino Walker Legal was fantastic in dealing with traffic tickets. The staffs are friendly and very efficient. Greatly appreciated for your help Liam, you are very professional and trustworthy. Liam  successfully help me to have my tickets withdrawn. I highly recommend this paralegal firm to anyone who looking for a trustworthy legal services.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Pritha Thayapran 
 May 25, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'd like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Sturino Walker Legal Services for their exceptional assistance in resolving a challenging tenant issue. Despite our best efforts to address the allegations and concerns, the situation escalated, requiring prompt legal intervention. Thankfully, Liam Walker and his team provided timely and effective support, bringing much-needed peace of mind. Their expertise enabled us to resolve the matter efficiently, and I highly recommend their services to anyone facing similar landlord-tenant disputes.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Steve Mably 
 May 21, 2026.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Overall I was pleased, most landlords don't come to see Liam relaxed & stress free. however there the issue of  someone else's name instead of mine on the first letter issued -( cut & paste) and all the tenants were not listed on the Doc's which may of been a problem - because the father may be evicted and leave the wife and son to continue to live in the house, however unlikely. I did have to suggest that all correspondence have the firms letterhead - this gives the recipient the impression of seriousness and clout. I also wish Liam issued the N4 & L1 to collect arreas at the same time as a opposed to separate issues, and the member asked if it had been filed, now going back to the board. Good communication and friendly - nice modern office and Liam is knowledgeable.

Client comments describe individual matters. Outcomes depend on the facts and evidence in each case, and no particular result can be promised.

Who You Will Be Working With

Maria Sturino and Liam Walker, Founding Partners at Sturino Walker Legal Services

Maria Sturino & Liam Walker, Founding Partners

We have helped hundreds of Ontario landlords through the Landlord and Tenant Board. We are there daily, and we give you clear, direct answers at every step.

Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario – P09388 & P08998
16 Four Seasons Place, Suite 109, Toronto, Ontario M9B 6E5

Non-Payment Eviction Questions, Answered

What is the process for a non-payment eviction in Ontario?

Every N4 eviction follows the same path: serve the N4, file the L1 if the tenant still has not paid, then a hearing. That is what to do if tenant not paying rent, and it is how to evict a tenant for not paying rent in Ontario.

My tenant is behind on rent. What are my options?

If your tenant is behind on rent, a rent arrears eviction is usually the fastest way to deal with it. The same N4 process applies whether they have missed one month or stopped paying entirely. Call us before you serve anything, so the timing is right from the start.

Do you handle non-payment evictions across Ontario?

Yes. Non payment of rent eviction is the largest part of our practice, and we act on non payment of rent Ontario wide, not just in the GTA.

Do you take cases in Toronto?

Tenant not paying rent Toronto cases are the most common calls we get. That said, a landlord eviction unpaid rent matter is handled the same way wherever the property is.

I have not filed anything yet. Can you still help?

Yes. If you need to file l1 application paperwork for the first time, or you already served the N4 yourself, we can pick up where you left off. Some landlords want the tenant out, others mainly want to recover unpaid rent. Either way, we handle the filing and the hearing.

Evict your tenant now. We take care of the entire process. Call Sturino Walker Legal at 905-738-7171.

What do I do if my tenant is not paying rent?

N4 notice, then L1 application, then a hearing. There is no shortcut, and skipping a step or getting a figure wrong is what causes most cases to fail. A landlord eviction for unpaid rent moves at the speed of the paperwork, so the paperwork has to be right.

Can I recover the rent my tenant owes me?

Yes and no. The L1 application asks the board for an order that includes the arrears, so you get a judgment for the money owed. To actually recover unpaid rent after that is a separate step, and we can talk you through the options once you have your order.

Can my tenant stop the eviction by paying?

If they pay everything owed by the termination date on the N4, the notice is void and the tenancy continues. That is exactly why the figures and dates have to be right from the start.

My tenant wont pay rent and ignores me. What now?

Silence does not slow anything down. We serve the notice, file the application, and take it to a hearing whether the tenant responds or not.

Which areas do you serve?

We handle rent arrears eviction Ontario wide. Ontario landlords call us about tenants who are not paying rent from Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Hamilton, Pickering, Ajax, Newmarket, Barrie, London, Ottawa, and surrounding areas.

What does it cost?

Fixed fee. One price, agreed before we start, with no hourly billing. Call 905-738-7171 for a quote on your matter.

Do you act for tenants?

We act for landlords. That is who this firm is built for, and it means the person on your side is not also working the other side of the table.

Every Month You Wait, You Lose More

The longer you wait, the more you are owed, and the longer it takes to get your unit back. Get a clear plan from a firm that acts for landlords.

For a Free Consultation
Call 905-738-7171