Christine DeWitt, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, General, and Government
Practicing civil rights since 2009.
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Christine DeWitt is an attorney based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Government. Christine has over 17 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Edmonton, AB
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · General · Government
- Handles Civil Rights, General, and Government matters from Edmonton, AB.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Christine DeWitt: Christine DeWitt is an attorney based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Government. Christine has over 17 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Christine takes on
Christine concentrates on civil rights, general, government, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Health Care
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Civil Rights cases nationwide
Christine takes civil rights 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 Christine agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Christine takes general 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 Christine agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Christine takes government 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 Christine agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases nationwide
Christine takes health care 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 Christine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Christine DeWitt — civil rights lawyer in the U.S.
Christine DeWitt is an attorney based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Government. Christine has over 17 years of legal experience.
Christine DeWitt is a lawyer practicing administrative, constitutional & charter of rights, construction and 3 other areas of law. Christine received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta, and has been licensed for 17 years. Christine practices in Edmonton, AB.
Christine's approach to civil rights cases
Christine DeWitt is a lawyer practicing administrative, constitutional & charter of rights, construction and 3 other areas of law. Christine received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta, and has been licensed for 17 years. Christine practices in Edmonton, AB.
The kind of cases Christine takes
Christine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, general, and government matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Alberta B.Ed. 2005 Completed three years prior to early admission to Law University of Alberta B.Ed. Université de Moncton
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Jurisdictions
Christine's state bar admissions
Alberta
2009 · ACTIVE
Christine studied at — in University of Alberta B.Ed. 2005 Completed three years prior to early admission to Law University of Alberta B.Ed. Université de Moncton.
Law school and academic background
Christine completed — in University of Alberta B.Ed. 2005 Completed three years prior to early admission to Law University of Alberta B.Ed. Université de Moncton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christine runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Christine DeWitt's office in Edmonton
Christine's primary office is at 3200 Manulife Place, 10180 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3W8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Christine DeWitt — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christine'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; Christine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Christine
Christine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Christine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christine DeWitt
How much does it cost to hire Christine for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christine offer a free consultation?
Christine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christine's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Christine's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in this state typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Christine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christine take my case if I'm outside the area?
Christine evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Christine'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 Christine?
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. Christine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christine accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Christine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.