Cheryl Hodder, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Insurance
Partner
Practicing business since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Cheryl Hodder is a partner based in Halifax, NS. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Cheryl has over 34 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Halifax, NS
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance
- Handles Business and Insurance matters from Halifax, NS.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cheryl Hodder: Cheryl Hodder is a partner based in Halifax, NS. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Cheryl has over 34 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Cheryl's practice areas in the U.S.
Cheryl concentrates on business and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cheryl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Cheryl 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 Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Cheryl takes insurance 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 Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Cheryl Hodder, business attorney serving the U.S.
Cheryl Hodder is a partner based in Halifax, NS. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Cheryl has over 34 years of legal experience. Cheryl works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.
Cheryl Hodder is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business law. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Mount Allison University in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years. Cheryl practices at McInnes Cooper in Halifax, NS.
Working with Cheryl on a business matter
Cheryl Hodder is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business law. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Mount Allison University in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years. Cheryl practices at McInnes Cooper in Halifax, NS.
Clients Cheryl works with
Cheryl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Cheryl studied and practices
University of New Brunswick
LL.B. · 1991
Mount Allison University
B.A. Mount · 1981
Jurisdictions
Cheryl's state bar admissions
Nova Scotia
1992 · ACTIVE
Cheryl studied at LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.A. Mount in Mount Allison University.
Law school and academic background
Cheryl completed LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.A. Mount in Mount Allison University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cheryl's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
membership
Locations
Cheryl Hodder's office in Halifax
Cheryl's primary office is at Purdy's Wharf Tower II, 1300 - 1969 Upper Water Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 2V1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Purdy's Wharf Tower II, 1300 - 1969 Upper Water Street
Halifax, NS B3J 2V1
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How to hire Cheryl Hodder — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl'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; Cheryl 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 Cheryl
Cheryl 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. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cheryl'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 Cheryl Hodder
How much does it cost to hire Cheryl for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cheryl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?
Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl'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. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cheryl take my case if I'm outside the area?
Cheryl evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Cheryl'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 Cheryl?
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. Cheryl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cheryl accepting new business clients right now?
Cheryl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.