Ethan Venner Torrey, ADR Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Insurance
PartneratChoate, Hall & Stewart LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing adr in Boston since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Ethan Venner Torrey is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Ethan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Insurance
- Handles ADR, Business, and Insurance matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ethan Venner Torrey: Ethan Venner Torrey is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Ethan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ethan Venner Torrey
Ethan concentrates on adr, business, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ethan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Insurance
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ethan takes adr matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ethan agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ethan takes business matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ethan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ethan takes insurance matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ethan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ethan takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ethan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ethan Venner Torrey — Over 27 years of Massachusetts adr experience
Ethan Venner Torrey is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Ethan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP.
Ethan Venner Torrey is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance, litigation, commercial and 1 other area of law. Ethan received a M.A. degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Ethan practices at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP in Boston, MA.
How Ethan handles adr matters
Ethan Venner Torrey is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance, litigation, commercial and 1 other area of law. Ethan received a M.A. degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Ethan practices at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Ethan takes
Ethan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and insurance matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Ethan Venner Torrey's legal education and bar admissions
Columbia University School of Law
J.D. · 1999
Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
M.A. University · 1996
Jurisdictions
Ethan's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2021 · ACTIVE
New York U.S. Distri
2002 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1999 · ACTIVE
Ethan studied at J.D. in Columbia University School of Law and M.A. University in Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
Law school and academic background
Ethan completed J.D. in Columbia University School of Law and M.A. University in Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ethan runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ethan Venner Torrey's office in Boston
Ethan's primary office is at Two International Place, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Ethan Venner Torrey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ethan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ethan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ethan'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; Ethan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Ethan
Ethan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Ethan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ethan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ethan Venner Torrey
How much does it cost to hire Ethan for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ethan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ethan offer a free consultation?
Ethan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ethan's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Ethan's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple adr 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. Ethan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ethan take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Ethan is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ethan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ethan?
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. Ethan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ethan accepting new adr clients right now?
Ethan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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