Damien Buntsma — Licensed Attorney
Over 18 years of legal practice
AssociateatBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Practicing law since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Damien Buntsma is an associate based in Ottawa, ON. Damien has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
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- Ottawa, ON
- Experience
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- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Damien Buntsma: Damien Buntsma is an associate based in Ottawa, ON. Damien has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
Biography
About Damien Buntsma — Over 18 years of the U.S. legal experience
Damien Buntsma is an associate based in Ottawa, ON. Damien has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
Damien Buntsma is a lawyer. Damien received a degree from University of Ottawa in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years. Damien practices at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP in Ottawa, ON.
The kind of cases Damien takes
Damien reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Damien Buntsma's legal education and bar admissions
University of Ottawa
B.Soc.Sc. University · 2002
Jurisdictions
Damien's state bar admissions
Ontario
2008 · ACTIVE
Damien studied at B.Soc.Sc. University in University of Ottawa.
Law school and academic background
Damien completed B.Soc.Sc. University in University of Ottawa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Damien runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Damien Buntsma's office in Ottawa
Damien's primary office is at 45 O'Connor Street, Suite 2000, World Exchange Plaza, Ottawa, ON, K1P 1A4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
45 O'Connor Street, Suite 2000, World Exchange Plaza
Ottawa, ON K1P 1A4
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How to hire Damien Buntsma — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Damien usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Damien charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Damien'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; Damien will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Damien
Damien discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Damien confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Damien's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Damien Buntsma
How much does it cost to hire Damien for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Damien walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Damien offer a free consultation?
Damien charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Damien's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Damien's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Damien gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Damien take my case if I'm outside the area?
Damien evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Damien'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 Damien?
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. Damien will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Damien accepting new legal clients right now?
Damien's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.