Derek de Vlieger, International Attorney in the United States

Derek concentrates on international, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Derek handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• International

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• Litigation

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• Securities

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Derek's primary office is at 125 Sussex Dr., Ottawa, ON, K1A 0G2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new international attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Derek usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Derek discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in international practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Derek for a international case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Derek walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Derek offer a free consultation?

  Derek charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Derek's office. Some international attorneys offer free consults — check Derek's current terms during booking.

• How long do international cases in this state typically take?

  Simple international 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. Derek gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Derek take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Derek evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Derek'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 Derek?

  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. Derek will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Derek accepting new international clients right now?

  Derek's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.