David W. Foulds, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Practicing adr since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 1.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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David W. Foulds is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About David W. Foulds: David W. Foulds is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David W. Foulds
David concentrates on adr, business, class action, entertainment, and estate litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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ADR cases nationwide
David takes adr matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
David takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
David takes class action matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases nationwide
David takes entertainment matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases nationwide
David takes estate litigation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David W. Foulds — Over 30 years of the U.S. adr experience
David W. Foulds is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. David has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David W. Foulds is a lawyer practicing restructuring, class actions, conflict management and alternative dispute resolution and 17 other areas of law. David W. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. David W. practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with David on a adr matter
David W. Foulds is a lawyer practicing restructuring, class actions, conflict management and alternative dispute resolution and 17 other areas of law. David W. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. David W. practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
David W. Foulds's legal education and bar admissions
University of Toronto
LL.B. · 1994
University of Western Ontario
B.A. English · 1991
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Ontario
1996 · ACTIVE
David studied at LL.B. in University of Toronto and B.A. English in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
David completed LL.B. in University of Toronto and B.A. English in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David W. Foulds
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Member, Ontario Bar Association •Member, Toronto Lawyers' Association •Member, Advocates' Society
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Locations
David W. Foulds's office in Toronto
David's primary office is at 60th Floor, First Canadian Place, Suite 6000, 100 King Street West, Toronto, ON, M5X 1E2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
60th Floor, First Canadian Place, Suite 6000, 100 King Street West
Toronto, ON M5X 1E2
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Client reviews of David W. Foulds — 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
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How to hire David W. Foulds — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David W. Foulds
How much does it cost to hire David for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside the area?
David evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside David's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new adr clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.