Andrew Fortis is a founding Partner of Hummingbird Lawyers LLP. He is responsible for the Firm’s Real Estate and Business Law groups.
After completing his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from York University, Andrew obtained his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University’s Law School in 1999 and was called to the New York State Bar that same year. After completing his U.S. law degree and New York licence, he returned to Canada and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002.
Andrew spent some time on Bay Street before starting his journey building and growing what is now Hummingbird Lawyers LLP.
Continuing his passion for real estate law, he obtained his Master of Laws in real estate from Osgoode Hall in 2011 and was designated by the Law Society of Ontario as a Certified Specialist in Real Estate Law in 2016.  Andrew presently tutors for the LSO Bar Admission Course (Real Estate) and is a member of the Ontario Bar Association’s Real Property Executive, where he has previously served as Secretary and Chair. He is a regular speaker for the Law Society of Ontario, the Ontario Bar Association, Stewart Title Insurance Lecture Series, and has been recognized as an expert in real estate by the Superior Court of Justice.
Andrew’s practice consists of all aspects of real estate, from assisting first-time buyers purchasing their first home to complex title matters involving easements and adverse possession claims. He regularly acts on commercial transactions including the purchase, sale and refinancing of buildings, commercial leases, and land assemblies.
When he is not working, Andrew can be found coaching his sons’ minor hockey teams and golfing.
Education
Osgoode Hall Law School at York University (LL.M., 2011)
Michigan State University (J.D., 1999)
York University (B.A., 1996)
Bar Admissions
Member, Ontario Bar (2002)
Member, New York State Bar (1999)
Professional Associations / Distinctions
Member, Law Society of Ontario
Member, Canadian Bar Association (Ontario)
Executive Member of the Ontario Bar Association Real Property Section
Certified Specialist – Real Estate Law
Practice Areas
Real Estate Law
Business and Corporate Services
Recent Publications / Quotes
- Why You Need A Lawyer For Buying A House?
- Toronto Short-term Rentals Update
- Changes to B.C.’s Property Transfer Taxes
- The Little Black Book Of Easements
- Residential Tenancies Act 2006
- Buying Residential Condominium For Rental
- Sellers – Be Aware of the Closed Mortgage
- How To Avoid a Stressful Closing Day For Your Residential Real Estate Transactions
- Evergreen Building Ltd. v. IBI Leaseholds Ltd.
- The Mortgagor’s Equity of Redemption
Contact
Email: andrew@hummingbirdlaw.com
Phone: 905-731-1911 ext. 205
