Ralph O. Howie Q.C., Litigation Attorney in the United States

Ralph concentrates on litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ralph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Litigation

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Personal Injury

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Ralph's primary office is at Suite 3100, 390 Bay Street, Toronto, ON, M5H 1W2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ralph usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Ralph discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Ralph for a litigation case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ralph walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Ralph offer a free consultation?

  Ralph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ralph's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Ralph's current terms during booking.

• How long do litigation cases in this state typically take?

  Simple litigation 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. Ralph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Ralph take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Ralph evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ralph'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 Ralph?

  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. Ralph will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Ralph accepting new litigation clients right now?

  Ralph's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.