David Palumbo, Securities Attorney in the United States
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David Palumbo is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Securities.
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- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Securities
- Handles Securities matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law (2026).
About David Palumbo: David Palumbo is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Securities.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Palumbo
David concentrates on securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Securities cases nationwide
David takes securities 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
About David Palumbo — Attorney of the U.S. securities experience
David Palumbo is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Securities.
David Palumbo is a partner and Chair of the Corporate Transactions Practice Group in Baker McKenzie's Toronto office. David is a member of the Firm's North American Capital Markets Steering Committee and Global Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee. He serves as Chair of the Board of the You Can Play Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the inclusion of all in sports. David has been named as one of Canada's Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers by Canadian Lawyer Magazine.
David has a corporate and capital markets practice (domestic and international) and represents securities dealers, institutional investors, and public and private issuers across a wide range of industries, including healthcare and life sciences, tech, gaming and natural resources/mining. He has extensive experience in public M&A and public and private capital raising, including IPOs, series rounds of financings, and other structures in debt and equity transactions. He advises foreign investors/acquirers on "going-private" transactions and assists other foreign companies to establish themselves and do business in Canada. David has extensive experience dealing with Canada's major stock exchanges as well as the provincial securities regulators and also regularly advises Canadian public companies on disclosure matters, corporate governance, and other corporate and securities law obligations. David regularly advises investment banks and dealers on securities regulatory compliance matters, including registration matters and the offering of securities in Canada by foreign companies.
David's approach to securities cases
David Palumbo is a partner and Chair of the Corporate Transactions Practice Group in Baker McKenzie's Toronto office. David is a member of the Firm's North American Capital Markets Steering Committee and Global Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee. He serves as Chair of the Board of the You Can Play Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the inclusion of all in sports.…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for securities matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Palumbo
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law (2026).
Locations
David Palumbo's office in Toronto
David's primary office is at 181 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Palumbo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new securities 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 securities attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many securities 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 securities practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every securities 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 securities practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Palumbo
How much does it cost to hire David for a securities 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 securities attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do securities cases in this state typically take?
Simple securities 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 securities clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.