Rui M. Fernandes, Aviation Attorney in the United States

Rui concentrates on aviation, general, insurance, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rui handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Aviation

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• General

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• Insurance

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• Maritime

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Rui's primary office is at Bay Adelaide Centre - East Twr., 22 Adelaide St. West, Ste, 3600, Toronto, ON, M5H 4E3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Rui for a aviation case?

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

• Does Rui offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Is Rui accepting new aviation clients right now?

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