E. Wade Fernihough, Estate Planning Attorney in the United States
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Real Estate
Practicing estate planning since 1975.
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E. Wade Fernihough is an attorney based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Real Estate. E. has over 51 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Hamilton, ON
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Litigation · Real Estate
- Handles Estate Planning, Litigation, and Real Estate matters from Hamilton, ON.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About E. Wade Fernihough: E. Wade Fernihough is an attorney based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Real Estate. E. has over 51 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by E. Wade Fernihough
E. concentrates on estate planning, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case E. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Estate Planning cases nationwide
E. takes estate planning 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 E. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
E. takes 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 E. agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
E. takes real estate 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 E. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About E. Wade Fernihough — Over 51 years of the U.S. estate planning experience
E. Wade Fernihough is an attorney based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Real Estate. E. has over 51 years of legal experience.
E. Wade Fernihough is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estates, real estate. E. Wade received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1965, and has been licensed for 51 years. E. Wade practices in Hamilton, ON.
How E. handles estate planning matters
E. Wade Fernihough is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estates, real estate. E. Wade received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1965, and has been licensed for 51 years. E. Wade practices in Hamilton, ON.
The kind of cases E. takes
E. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, litigation, and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
E. Wade Fernihough's legal education and bar admissions
University of Windsor
LL.B. · 1973
University of Western Ontario
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
E.'s state bar admissions
Ontario
1975 · ACTIVE
E. studied at LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
E. completed LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice E. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
E. Wade Fernihough's office in Hamilton
E.'s primary office is at 1050-120 King Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8N 3P9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire E. Wade Fernihough — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with E. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
E. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'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; E. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 E.
E. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. E. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
E.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about E. Wade Fernihough
How much does it cost to hire E. for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. E. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does E. offer a free consultation?
E. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'s office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check E.'s current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in this state typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. E. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can E. take my case if I'm outside the area?
E. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside E.'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 E.?
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. E. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is E. accepting new estate planning clients right now?
E.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.