C. Dwight Allaby, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Practicing business since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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C. Dwight Allaby is an attorney based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. C. has over 53 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Saint John, NB
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Saint John, NB.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About C. Dwight Allaby: C. Dwight Allaby is an attorney based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. C. has over 53 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters C. takes on
C. concentrates on business, estate planning, family law, real estate, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case C. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Family Law
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Wills
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Business cases nationwide
C. takes business 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 C. agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases nationwide
C. takes estate planning 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 C. agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
C. takes family law 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 C. agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
C. takes real estate 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 C. agrees to represent you.
Wills cases nationwide
C. takes wills 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 C. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet C. Dwight Allaby — business lawyer in the U.S.
C. Dwight Allaby is an attorney based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. C. has over 53 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
C. Dwight Allaby is a lawyer practicing corporate commercial law, real estate, wills and 2 other areas of law. C. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years. C. Dwight practices in Saint John, NB.
C.'s approach to business cases
C. Dwight Allaby is a lawyer practicing corporate commercial law, real estate, wills and 2 other areas of law. C. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years. C. Dwight practices in Saint John, NB.
The kind of cases C. takes
C. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and family law matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of New Brunswick
LL.B. · 1973
University of New Brunswick
B.A. · 1970
Jurisdictions
C.'s state bar admissions
New Brunswick
1973 · ACTIVE
C. studied at LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.A. in University of New Brunswick.
Law school and academic background
C. completed LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.A. in University of New Brunswick. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice C. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
C. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
C. Dwight Allaby's office in Saint John
C.'s primary office is at 82 Germain St., Saint John, NB, E2L 2E8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of C. Dwight Allaby — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of C.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire C. Dwight Allaby — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with C. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
C. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain C.'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; C. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 C.
C. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. C. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
C.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about C. Dwight Allaby
How much does it cost to hire C. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. C. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does C. offer a free consultation?
C. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain C.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check C.'s current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. C. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can C. take my case if I'm outside the area?
C. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside C.'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 C.?
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. C. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is C. accepting new business clients right now?
C.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.