Jon Smithen, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action
Practicing adr since 2006.
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Jon Smithen is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jon has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jon Smithen: Jon Smithen is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jon has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Jon's practice areas in the U.S.
Jon concentrates on adr, business, class action, general, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Class Action
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General
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Trusts
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ADR cases nationwide
Jon takes adr 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Jon takes class action 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases nationwide
Jon takes trusts 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jon Smithen, adr attorney serving the U.S.
Jon Smithen is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jon has over 20 years of legal experience. Jon works from the U.S. and takes on adr matters across the region.
Jon Smithen is a lawyer practicing competition and foreign investment review, business and corporate commercial, anti-trust/competition and 3 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Queen's University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Jon practices in Toronto, ON.
Jon's approach to adr cases
Jon Smithen is a lawyer practicing competition and foreign investment review, business and corporate commercial, anti-trust/competition and 3 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Queen's University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Jon practices in Toronto, ON.
Clients Jon works with
Jon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jon studied and practices
Queen's University
LL.B. Hons. · 2005
Queen's University
B.A. Hons. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Jon's state bar admissions
Ontario
2006 · ACTIVE
Jon studied at LL.B. Hons. in Queen's University and B.A. Hons. in Queen's University.
Law school and academic background
Jon completed LL.B. Hons. in Queen's University and B.A. Hons. in Queen's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jon runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jon Smithen's office in Toronto
Jon's primary office is at Scotia Plaza, 40 King Street West, Toronto, ON, M5H 3Y4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Jon Smithen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon'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; Jon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
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 Jon
Jon 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. Jon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jon'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 Jon Smithen
How much does it cost to hire Jon for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jon offer a free consultation?
Jon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Jon's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state 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. Jon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jon take my case if I'm outside the area?
Jon evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Jon'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 Jon?
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. Jon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jon accepting new adr clients right now?
Jon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.