Chad Kopach, Construction Attorney in the United States
Over 23 years of legal practice
Practicing construction since 2003.
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Chad Kopach is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Construction. Chad has over 23 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Construction
- Handles Construction matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
About Chad Kopach: Chad Kopach is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Construction. Chad has over 23 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Chad Kopach
Chad concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases nationwide
Chad takes construction 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Chad Kopach — Over 23 years of the U.S. construction experience
Chad Kopach is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Construction. Chad has over 23 years of legal experience.
For two decades, clients have relied on Chad Kopach to help them achieve practical and timely litigation solutions. Chad is Certified as a Specialist in Construction Law by the Law Society of Ontario, and is a Certified Adjudicator under Ontario’s Construction Act. Chad’s strategic thinking helps his clients navigate the pitfalls of construction dispute, and leverage the special lien, trust and prompt payment remedies available to the construction industry. His clients appreciate the attention he gives to their claims.
Chad represents all levels of the construction pyramid, from owners to material suppliers. He also represents secured lenders in priority disputes. Chad has experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts, and his clients rely on his experience to properly structure their agreements.
Chad is certified as an Adjudicator by ODACC (the Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts), the authorized nominating authority under the Construction Act. As an Adjudicator, Chad is tasked with establishing the procedure for Claimants and Respondents to submit their dispute to adjudication, carefully considering the parties’ positions, and coming to a timely determination that is ultimately enforceable by the courts. Chad is highly sought after and is frequently recommended by parties to act as Adjudicator for their construction dispute matters.
Chad’s litigation experience extends to mortgage remedies, contract and shareholder disputes, and litigation under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act. He has appeared at all levels of court in Ontario helping his clients obtain and retain what is theirs. Chad reacts quickly, and has acted on injunctions and other applications to stop the misuse of confidential intellectual property, to freeze fraudsters’ assets, and to set aside transfers of real property pursuant to the Fraudulent Conveyances Act.
Chad's approach to construction cases
For two decades, clients have relied on Chad Kopach to help them achieve practical and timely litigation solutions. Chad is Certified as a Specialist in Construction Law by the Law Society of Ontario, and is a Certified Adjudicator under Ontario’s Construction Act . Chad’s strategic thinking helps his clients navigate the pitfalls of construction dispute, and leverage the special lien, trust and…
Clients Chad works with
Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in the United States.
Credentials
Chad Kopach's legal education and bar admissions
University of New Brunswick
LL.B. · 2002
University of New Brunswick
B.B.A. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Chad's state bar admissions
Ontario
2003 · ACTIVE
Chad studied at LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.B.A. in University of New Brunswick.
Law school and academic background
Chad completed LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.B.A. in University of New Brunswick. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Chad Kopach
Chad has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
Locations
Chad Kopach's office in Toronto
Chad's primary office is at 2 Queen Street East, Suite 1500, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Chad Kopach — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad'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; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Chad
Chad discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chad's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chad Kopach
How much does it cost to hire Chad for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chad offer a free consultation?
Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Chad's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in this state typically take?
Simple construction 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. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chad take my case if I'm outside the area?
Chad evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Chad'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 Chad?
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. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chad accepting new construction clients right now?
Chad's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.