Giovanna Asaro, General Attorney in the United States
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on General and Insurance · 4.3/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Partner
Practicing general since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Giovanna Asaro is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Giovanna has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance
- Handles General and Insurance matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Giovanna Asaro: Giovanna Asaro is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Giovanna has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Giovanna Asaro
Giovanna concentrates on general and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Giovanna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Giovanna takes general 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 Giovanna agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Giovanna takes insurance 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 Giovanna agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Giovanna Asaro — Over 32 years of the U.S. general experience
Giovanna Asaro is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Giovanna has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Giovanna Asaro is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance coverage counsel, police liability. Giovanna received a B.A. degree from York University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Giovanna practices at Blaney McMurtry LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with Giovanna on a general matter
Giovanna Asaro is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance coverage counsel, police liability. Giovanna received a B.A. degree from York University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Giovanna practices at Blaney McMurtry LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who Giovanna represents
Giovanna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
Giovanna Asaro's legal education and bar admissions
Osgoode Law School
LL.B. · 1992
York University
B.A. English · 1986
Jurisdictions
Giovanna's state bar admissions
Ontario
1994 · ACTIVE
Giovanna studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Law School and B.A. English in York University.
Law school and academic background
Giovanna completed LL.B. in Osgoode Law School and B.A. English in York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Giovanna runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Giovanna Asaro
Giovanna has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Giovanna's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Law Society of Upper Canada •Canadian Bar Association
Ontario · membership
Locations
Giovanna Asaro's office in Toronto
Giovanna's primary office is at 2 Queen Street East, Suite 1500, Toronto, ON, M5C 3G5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Giovanna Asaro — 4.3/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Giovanna. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in your area.
4.3
2 client reviews
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How to hire Giovanna Asaro — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Giovanna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Giovanna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Giovanna'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; Giovanna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Giovanna
Giovanna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Giovanna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Giovanna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Giovanna Asaro
How much does it cost to hire Giovanna for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Giovanna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Giovanna offer a free consultation?
Giovanna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Giovanna's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Giovanna's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. Giovanna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Giovanna take my case if I'm outside the area?
Giovanna evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Giovanna'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 Giovanna?
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. Giovanna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Giovanna accepting new general clients right now?
Giovanna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.