Kenneth Cole, ADR Attorney in the United States
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Kenneth Cole is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Kenneth Cole: Kenneth Cole is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kenneth takes on
Kenneth concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases nationwide
Kenneth 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
Kenneth 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kenneth Cole — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Kenneth Cole is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
With strong negotiation skills and extraordinary legal acumen, Kenneth is well-known for his ability to find creative, cooperative and beneficial resolutions to complex family law disputes. Whether through mediation, arbitration or litigation, he is sharp-witted, responsive, and empathetic in his approach to achieving his clients’ goals, meeting their needs and exceeding their expectations.
Kenneth founded Epstein Cole with Philip Epstein in 1978. As a senior partner, his practice focuses on all aspects of family law and alternative dispute resolution, regularly acting as a mediator and arbitrator. He has appeared in all courts in the Province of Ontario, including the Ontario Court of Justice, the Superior Court of Justice, the Court of Appeal, as well as the Supreme Court of Canada. Kenneth has also served as a Dispute Resolution Officer for the Superior Court of Justice.
Devoted to the mentorship and professional development of young lawyers, Kenneth takes an active role in the legal profession. He regularly lectures and writes about a variety of family law topics through the Law Society of Ontario, the Ontario Bar Association and various local law associations. In addition, Kenneth currently teaches the Advanced Family Law Course as an adjunct professor at the Faculty of Law for the University of Toronto and has participated as an adjunct professor in the LL.M. program for Osgoode Hall Law School, lecturing on property and legal ethics subjects.
In 2017, he received the Catzman Award for Professionalism and Civility awarded by The Advocates' Society in recognition of his strong knowledge of the law, integrity, fairness and civility, generosity of his time and expertise, and dedication to the highest ideals of the legal profession.
Kenneth takes great pride and interest in each of his client's cases. When working with him, you can expect the most sophisticated level of legal research and factual investigation as well as personal, one-on-one service throughout the resolution of your matter.
Kenneth's approach to adr cases
With strong negotiation skills and extraordinary legal acumen, Kenneth is well-known for his ability to find creative, cooperative and beneficial resolutions to complex family law disputes. Whether through mediation, arbitration or litigation, he is sharp-witted, responsive, and empathetic in his approach to achieving his clients’ goals, meeting their needs and exceeding their expectations.…
Clients Kenneth works with
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kenneth has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026).
Locations
Kenneth Cole's office in Toronto
Kenneth's primary office is at 393 University Avenue, Suite 2200, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Kenneth Cole — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth'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; Kenneth 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 Kenneth
Kenneth 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth'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 Kenneth Cole
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth'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. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside the area?
Kenneth evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Kenneth'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 Kenneth?
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. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new adr clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.