Howard F. Morton, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States
Over 56 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and General
Practicing civil rights since 1970.
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Howard F. Morton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and General. Howard has over 56 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 56 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Criminal Defense · General
- Handles Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and General matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Howard F. Morton: Howard F. Morton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and General. Howard has over 56 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Howard takes on
Howard concentrates on civil rights, criminal defense, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Criminal Defense
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General
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases nationwide
Howard takes civil rights 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Howard takes criminal defense 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Howard 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Howard 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Howard F. Morton — civil rights lawyer in the U.S.
Howard F. Morton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and General. Howard has over 56 years of legal experience.
Howard F. Morton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil litigation, extradition and 1 other area of law. Howard F. received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years. Howard F. practices in Toronto, ON.
Working with Howard on a civil rights matter
Howard F. Morton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil litigation, extradition and 1 other area of law. Howard F. received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years. Howard F. practices in Toronto, ON.
Who Howard represents
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, criminal defense, and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall at Toronto, ON
LL.B. · 1968
University of Toronto
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Howard's state bar admissions
Ontario
1970 · ACTIVE
Howard studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall at Toronto, ON and B.A. in University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall at Toronto, ON and B.A. in University of Toronto. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Howard F. Morton's office in Toronto
Howard's primary office is at 20 Queen St., W., Ste. 900, Toronto, ON, M5N 3R3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Howard F. Morton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Howard
Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Howard F. Morton
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in this state typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside the area?
Howard evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Howard'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 Howard?
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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.