Bernadette Chung — Licensed Attorney
Over 20 years of legal practice
AssociateatBates Barristers
Practicing law since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Bernadette Chung is an associate based in Toronto, ON. Bernadette has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bates Barristers.
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- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 20 years
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- legal services
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Bernadette Chung: Bernadette Chung is an associate based in Toronto, ON. Bernadette has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bates Barristers.
Biography
Meet Bernadette Chung — legal lawyer in the U.S.
Bernadette Chung is an associate based in Toronto, ON. Bernadette has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bates Barristers.
Bernadette Chung is a lawyer. Bernadette received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto, and has been licensed for 20 years. Bernadette practices at Bates Barristers in Toronto, ON.
The kind of cases Bernadette takes
Bernadette reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall Law School LL.B.
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University of Toronto B.A. with high distinction University of Toronto B.A. History and Political Science University of Toronto B.A. History University of Toronto M.A. with high distinction U
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Jurisdictions
Bernadette's state bar admissions
Ontario
2006 · ACTIVE
Bernadette studied at — in Osgoode Hall Law School LL.B. and — in University of Toronto B.A. with high distinction University of Toronto B.A. History and Political Science University of Toronto B.A. History University of Toronto M.A. with high distinction U.
Law school and academic background
Bernadette completed — in Osgoode Hall Law School LL.B. and — in University of Toronto B.A. with high distinction University of Toronto B.A. History and Political Science University of Toronto B.A. History University of Toronto M.A. with high distinction U. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bernadette runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Bernadette Chung's office in Toronto
Bernadette's primary office is at 34 King St., 12th Fl., Toronto, ON, M5C 2X8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bernadette Chung — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bernadette usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bernadette charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernadette'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; Bernadette will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Bernadette
Bernadette discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Bernadette confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bernadette's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bernadette Chung
How much does it cost to hire Bernadette for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bernadette walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bernadette offer a free consultation?
Bernadette charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernadette's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Bernadette's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Bernadette gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bernadette take my case if I'm outside the area?
Bernadette evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Bernadette'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 Bernadette?
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. Bernadette will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bernadette accepting new legal clients right now?
Bernadette's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.