Jocelyn Howell, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 9 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Government, and Litigation
Practicing business since 2017.
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Jocelyn Howell is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Jocelyn has over 9 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 9 years
- Known for
- Business · Government · Litigation
- Handles Business, Government, and Litigation matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 9 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026).
About Jocelyn Howell: Jocelyn Howell is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Jocelyn has over 9 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jocelyn takes on
Jocelyn concentrates on business, government, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jocelyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Business cases nationwide
Jocelyn 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 Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Jocelyn takes government 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 Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Jocelyn 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 Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jocelyn Howell — business lawyer in the U.S.
Jocelyn Howell is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Jocelyn has over 9 years of legal experience.
Joey maintains a broad practice in civil litigation, acting in matters involving corporate commercial disputes, professional liability, securities litigation, internal investigations, and administrative law. She has represented clients at all levels of court in Ontario, as well as at arbitration and before various administrative tribunals. No matter the client, subject matter, or stage of litigation, Joey harnesses her strategic mind, rigorous analysis, and exceptional aptitude for crafting compelling legal argument for her clients’ benefit.
Before joining Adair Goldblatt Bieber, Joey served as a judicial law clerk at the Court of Appeal for Ontario. She completed her articles at Stikeman Elliott LLP, with a secondment at the Corporate Finance Branch of the Ontario Securities Commission. Joey also worked as a summer student at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health’s Legal Services Department, assisting with proceedings before the Consent and Capacity Board and the Ontario Review Board.
Joey earned her law degree from Queen’s University, graduating with the third-highest standing in her class. Throughout her time in law school, she received numerous awards, including the Queen’s Law Prize in Trial Advocacy, the Faskin Martineau Dumoulin LLP Prize in Public Law, and the McDougall-Watson Memorial Award. While in law school, Joey competed in the Laskin administrative law moot and volunteered as a caseworker at the Queen’s Legal Aid Clinic.
Jocelyn's approach to business cases
Joey maintains a broad practice in civil litigation, acting in matters involving corporate commercial disputes, professional liability, securities litigation, internal investigations, and administrative law. She has represented clients at all levels of court in Ontario, as well as at arbitration and before various administrative tribunals. No matter the client, subject matter, or stage of…
Clients Jocelyn works with
Jocelyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, government, and litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Queen’s University
J.D. · 2016
Jurisdictions
Jocelyn's state bar admissions
Ontario, Law Society
2017 · ACTIVE
Jocelyn studied at J.D. in Queen’s University.
Law school and academic background
Jocelyn completed J.D. in Queen’s University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jocelyn runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jocelyn has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Jocelyn Howell's office in Toronto
Jocelyn's primary office is at 401 Bay Street, Suite 3200, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jocelyn Howell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jocelyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jocelyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jocelyn'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; Jocelyn 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 Jocelyn
Jocelyn 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. Jocelyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jocelyn'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 Jocelyn Howell
How much does it cost to hire Jocelyn for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jocelyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jocelyn offer a free consultation?
Jocelyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jocelyn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jocelyn'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. Jocelyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jocelyn take my case if I'm outside the area?
Jocelyn evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Jocelyn'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 Jocelyn?
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. Jocelyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jocelyn accepting new business clients right now?
Jocelyn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.