Choosing a call
New client consultation: If you’re considering retaining me for the first time, book this one.
Estate Counsel enquiry: If you operate an Ontario winery and want to learn about a retained legal relationship, use this option.
Video Conference (30 min or 60 min): General-purpose calls for existing clients and for counsel working with me on a matter. Choose 30 minutes for a focused question or status check, and 60 minutes for more complex matters, document review, or strategy discussions.
What these calls are and aren’t
Booking or attending a call does not create a lawyer-client relationship. No such relationship exists until an engagement letter has been signed by both parties. Information you share with me when considering whether to retain me is treated as confidential, whether or not a retainer follows.
How to prepare
A short summary of the issue and what you’d like to achieve
The names of everyone involved (other parties and affiliated entities), so I can check for conflicts. Existing clients need only flag anyone new.
Please keep confidential or privileged details out of the booking form. We’ll cover them on the call.
Logistics
Format, how you’ll receive the meeting link, and rescheduling or cancellation terms depend on the type of call. They’re set out in each description and in your confirmation email.
Time-sensitive? If you’ve been served with a claim or face an imminent deadline, say so in the booking notes.