Duane M. McAfee, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Citizenship, and Class Action · 4.0/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
PartneratBarry Spalding
Practicing business since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 13 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Duane M. McAfee is a partner based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Citizenship, and Class Action. Duane has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry Spalding. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
- Based in
- Saint John, NB
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Business · Citizenship · Class Action
- Handles Business, Citizenship, and Class Action matters from Saint John, NB.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Duane M. McAfee: Duane M. McAfee is a partner based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Citizenship, and Class Action. Duane has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry Spalding. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Duane takes on
Duane concentrates on business, citizenship, class action, commercial re, and contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Duane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Citizenship
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Class Action
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Commercial RE
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Contracts
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Creditor Rights
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General
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Wills
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Zoning
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Immigration
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Business cases nationwide
Duane 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 Duane agrees to represent you.
Citizenship cases nationwide
Duane takes citizenship 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 Duane agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Duane takes class action 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 Duane agrees to represent you.
Commercial RE cases nationwide
Duane takes commercial re 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 Duane agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases nationwide
Duane takes contracts 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 Duane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Duane M. McAfee — business lawyer in the U.S.
Duane M. McAfee is a partner based in Saint John, NB. The practice focuses on Business, Citizenship, and Class Action. Duane has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry Spalding. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
Duane M. McAfee is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, torts and 18 other areas of law. Duane M. received a B.B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Duane M. practices at Barry Spalding in Saint John, NB.
Working with Duane on a business matter
Duane M. McAfee is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, torts and 18 other areas of law. Duane M. received a B.B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Duane M. practices at Barry Spalding in Saint John, NB.
Who Duane represents
Duane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, citizenship, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of New Brunswick
LL.B. · 1987
University of New Brunswick
B.B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Duane's state bar admissions
New Brunswick
1988 · ACTIVE
Duane studied at LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.B.A. in University of New Brunswick.
Law school and academic background
Duane completed LL.B. in University of New Brunswick and B.B.A. in University of New Brunswick. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Duane runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Duane has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Duane's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Law Society of New Brunswick (Lecturer, Bar Admissions Course: Property Law, 1994— Civil Procedure, 1994—) Saint John Law Society
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Locations
Duane M. McAfee's office in Saint John
Duane's primary office is at Mercantile Center, 55 Union Street, Suite 710, Saint John, NB, E2L 5B7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Barry Spalding
Mercantile Center, 55 Union Street, Suite 710
Saint John, NB E2L 5B7
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Client reviews of Duane M. McAfee — 4.0/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Duane. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
4.0
13 client reviews
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How to hire Duane M. McAfee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Duane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Duane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Duane'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; Duane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Duane
Duane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Duane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Duane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Duane M. McAfee
How much does it cost to hire Duane for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Duane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Duane offer a free consultation?
Duane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Duane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Duane's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Duane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Duane take my case if I'm outside the area?
Duane evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Duane'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 Duane?
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. Duane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Duane accepting new business clients right now?
Duane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.