Ernest Dicker Q.C., Business Attorney in the United States
Over 73 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate
Practicing business since 1953.
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Ernest Dicker Q.C. is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Ernest has over 73 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 73 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Real Estate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 73 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ernest Dicker Q.C.: Ernest Dicker Q.C. is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Ernest has over 73 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ernest takes on
Ernest concentrates on business, estate planning, real estate, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ernest handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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Real Estate
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Wills
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Business cases nationwide
Ernest 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 Ernest agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases nationwide
Ernest takes estate planning 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 Ernest agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Ernest takes real estate 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 Ernest agrees to represent you.
Wills cases nationwide
Ernest takes wills 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 Ernest agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ernest Dicker Q.C. — business lawyer in the U.S.
Ernest Dicker Q.C. is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Ernest has over 73 years of legal experience.
Ernest Dicker, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing estate law, corporate law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. Ernest received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years. Ernest practices in Toronto, ON.
Ernest's approach to business cases
Ernest Dicker, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing estate law, corporate law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. Ernest received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years. Ernest practices in Toronto, ON.
Clients Ernest works with
Ernest reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall
LL.B. · 1953
University of Toronto
B.A. · 1949
Jurisdictions
Ernest's state bar admissions
Ontario
1953 · ACTIVE
Ernest studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall and B.A. in University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Ernest completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall and B.A. in University of Toronto. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ernest runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ernest Dicker Q.C.'s office in Toronto
Ernest's primary office is at 111 Peter St., Toronto, ON, M5V 2H1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ernest Dicker Q.C. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ernest usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ernest charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ernest'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; Ernest 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 Ernest
Ernest 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. Ernest confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ernest'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 Ernest Dicker Q.C.
How much does it cost to hire Ernest for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ernest walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ernest offer a free consultation?
Ernest charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ernest's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ernest'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. Ernest gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ernest take my case if I'm outside the area?
Ernest evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ernest'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 Ernest?
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. Ernest will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ernest accepting new business clients right now?
Ernest's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.