Christopher Reain, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation
PartneratBlack Sutherland LLP
Practicing criminal defense since 2000.
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Christopher Reain is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Christopher has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Black Sutherland LLP.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Christopher Reain: Christopher Reain is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Christopher has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Black Sutherland LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Christopher takes on
Christopher concentrates on criminal defense, insurance, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christopher handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Christopher takes criminal defense 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 Christopher agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Christopher 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 Christopher agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Christopher takes litigation 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 Christopher agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Christopher 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 Christopher agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Christopher Reain — criminal defense lawyer in the U.S.
Christopher Reain is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Christopher has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Black Sutherland LLP.
Christopher Reain is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, defense litigation, commercial insurance defense and 4 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years. Christopher practices at Black Sutherland LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with Christopher on a criminal defense matter
Christopher Reain is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, defense litigation, commercial insurance defense and 4 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years. Christopher practices at Black Sutherland LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who Christopher represents
Christopher reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, insurance, and litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Saskatchewan
LL.B. · 1998
University of Western Ontario
B.A. Hons. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Christopher's state bar admissions
Ontario
2000 · ACTIVE
Christopher studied at LL.B. in University of Saskatchewan and B.A. Hons. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
Christopher completed LL.B. in University of Saskatchewan and B.A. Hons. in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christopher runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Christopher's professional memberships and bar associations
Law Society of Upper Canada The Advocates Society Toronto Lawyers Association Canadian Defense Lawyers Defense Research Institute National Association of Subrogation Professionals
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Locations
Christopher Reain's office in Toronto
Christopher's primary office is at 130 Adelaide St. W., Ste. 3425, Toronto, ON, M5H 3P5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Christopher Reain — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christopher usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christopher charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher'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; Christopher will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Christopher
Christopher discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Christopher confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christopher's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christopher Reain
How much does it cost to hire Christopher for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christopher walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christopher offer a free consultation?
Christopher charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Christopher's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Christopher gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christopher take my case if I'm outside the area?
Christopher evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Christopher'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 Christopher?
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. Christopher will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christopher accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Christopher's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.