David Himelfarb, Personal Injury Attorney in the United States
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David Himelfarb is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Himelfarb Proszanski.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026).
About David Himelfarb: David Himelfarb is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Himelfarb Proszanski.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
David takes personal injury 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Himelfarb — personal injury lawyer in the U.S.
David Himelfarb is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Himelfarb Proszanski.
David Himelfarb is head of the Litigation practice at the firm. He has extensive experience in civil litigation and has appeared before all levels of Courts and tribunals in the Province, including the Ontario Court of Appeal as well as the Supreme Court of Canada. He is acknowledged as an effective advocate and negotiator. Many of his cases have been reported and are utilized as precedents in the legal community.
His reputation and proven track record are supported by a long list of multi-million dollar settlements on behalf of his clients.
David received his LLB from the University of Windsor in 1987 and was called to the Bar in 1989. He is a member of the Advocates Society, Toronto Lawyer’s Association, Canadian Bar Association, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and the Ontario Branch of the Canadian Bar Association.
David's approach to personal injury cases
David Himelfarb is head of the Litigation practice at the firm . He has extensive experience in civil litigation and has appeared before all levels of Courts and tribunals in the Province, including the Ontario Court of Appeal as well as the Supreme Court of Canada. He is acknowledged as an effective advocate and negotiator . Many of his cases have been reported and are utilized as precedents in…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Windsor
LL.B · 1987
York University
— · 1984
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Ontario, First Bar A
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David studied at LL.B in University of Windsor and — in York University.
Law school and academic background
David completed LL.B in University of Windsor and — in York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Award 2023
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Award 2023 (2026).
Locations
David Himelfarb's office in Toronto
David's primary office is at 480 University Avenue, Suite 1401, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Himelfarb Proszanski
480 University Avenue, Suite 1401
Toronto, Ontario
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How to hire David Himelfarb — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Himelfarb
How much does it cost to hire David for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in this state typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside the area?
David evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside David'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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new personal injury clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.