Frank S.M. Devito, Insurance Attorney in the United States
focused on Insurance and Personal Injury
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Frank S.M. Devito is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Frank S.M. Devito: Frank S.M. Devito is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Frank takes on
Frank concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frank handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases nationwide
Frank takes insurance 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Frank takes personal injury 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Frank S.M. Devito — insurance lawyer in the U.S.
Frank S.M. Devito is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury.
Frank S.M. Devito is a civil litigator and senior partner at Beard Winter LLP, with more than 20 years of insurance defence litigation expertise. Bringing sound advice and a deep understanding of the Canadian insurance industry, Frank has a lengthy track record of successfully defending insurers in relation to various types of claims. These include motor vehicle tort claims, personal injury claims, general liability claims, property/casualty claims, construction claims, contractor liability claims, fraudulent claims, product liability claims as well as life and health claims, particularly long-term and short-term disability policies, critical illness, life, health and travel insurance including a variety of individual, group, and administrative services only (ASO) claims.
How Frank handles insurance matters
Frank S.M. Devito is a civil litigator and senior partner at Beard Winter LLP, with more than 20 years of insurance defence litigation expertise. Bringing sound advice and a deep understanding of the Canadian insurance industry, Frank has a lengthy track record of successfully defending insurers in relation to various types of claims. These include motor vehicle tort claims, personal injury…
Who Frank represents
Frank reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Frank has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026).
Locations
Frank S.M. Devito's office in Toronto
Frank's primary office is at 130 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Frank S.M. Devito — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Frank usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Frank charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank'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; Frank will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Frank
Frank discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Frank confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Frank's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Frank S.M. Devito
How much does it cost to hire Frank for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Frank walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Frank offer a free consultation?
Frank charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Frank's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in this state typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Frank gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Frank take my case if I'm outside the area?
Frank evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Frank'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 Frank?
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. Frank will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Frank accepting new insurance clients right now?
Frank's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.