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Isaac Birenbaum, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States

Over 64 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General

Practicing criminal defense since 1962.

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Isaac Birenbaum is a member based in North York, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Isaac has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birenbaum & Bernstein.

Based in
North York, ON
Experience
over 64 years
Known for
Criminal Defense · Family Law · General
  • Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General matters from North York, ON.
  • Over 64 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Isaac Birenbaum: Isaac Birenbaum is a member based in North York, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Isaac has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birenbaum & Bernstein.

Areas of practice

Isaac's practice areas in the U.S.

Isaac concentrates on criminal defense, family law, general, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Isaac handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases nationwide

Isaac takes criminal defense 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 Isaac agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases nationwide

Isaac takes family law 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 Isaac agrees to represent you.

General cases nationwide

Isaac takes general 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 Isaac agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases nationwide

Isaac takes litigation 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 Isaac agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases nationwide

Isaac 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 Isaac agrees to represent you.

Biography

Isaac Birenbaum, criminal defense attorney serving the U.S.

Isaac Birenbaum is a member based in North York, ON. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Isaac has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birenbaum & Bernstein. Isaac works from the U.S. and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.

Isaac Birenbaum is a lawyer practicing family law, civil practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Isaac has been licensed for 64 years. Isaac practices at Birenbaum & Bernstein in North York, ON.

Isaac's approach to criminal defense cases

Isaac Birenbaum is a lawyer practicing family law, civil practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Isaac has been licensed for 64 years. Isaac practices at Birenbaum & Bernstein in North York, ON.

Clients Isaac works with

Isaac reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and general matters in the United States.

Credentials

Credentials — where Isaac studied and practices

  • Osgoode Hall

    LL.B. · 1960

Jurisdictions

Isaac's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1962 · ACTIVE

Isaac studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall.

Law school and academic background

Isaac completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Isaac runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Isaac Birenbaum's office in North York

Isaac's primary office is at 3042 Keele St., North York, ON, M3M 2H5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Birenbaum & Bernstein

3042 Keele St.

North York, ON M3M 2H5

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Hiring guide

How to hire Isaac Birenbaum — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Isaac charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Isaac'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; Isaac will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Isaac

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every criminal defense 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. Isaac confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Isaac's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Isaac Birenbaum

  • How much does it cost to hire Isaac for a criminal defense case?

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

  • Does Isaac offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?

    Simple criminal defense 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. Isaac gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

  • Is Isaac accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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