How much does it cost to hire M. for a general case?

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

Does M. offer a free consultation?

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

How long do general cases in this state typically take?

Simple general 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. M. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can M. take my case if I'm outside the area?

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

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

Is M. accepting new general clients right now?

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

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M. Steven Rastin, General Attorney in the United States

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation

Senior CounselatGluckstein Lawyers

Practicing general since 1995.

31+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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General Insurance Litigation Medical Malpractice Personal Injury Product Liability +3 more →

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M. Steven Rastin is a senior counsel based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. M. has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gluckstein Lawyers.

Based in: Toronto, ON
Experience: over 31 years
Known for: General · Insurance · Litigation

Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Toronto, ON.
Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

M.'s practice areas in the U.S.

M. concentrates on general, insurance, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case M. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases nationwide

M. 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases nationwide

M. 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases nationwide

M. 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases nationwide

M. takes medical malpractice 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases nationwide

M. 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Biography

M. Steven Rastin, general attorney serving the U.S.

M. Steven Rastin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile litigation, occupier liability and 6 other areas of law. M. Steven has been licensed for 31 years. M. Steven practices at Gluckstein Lawyers in Toronto, ON.

M.'s approach to general cases

Clients M. works with

M. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in the United States.

Credentials

Credentials — where M. studied and practices

University of Western Ontario
LL.B. · 1993

Jurisdictions

M.'s state bar admissions

Ontario
1995 · ACTIVE

M. studied at LL.B. in University of Western Ontario.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

M. Steven Rastin's office in Toronto

M.'s primary office is at Atrium on Bay, 595 Bay Street, Suite 301, Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gluckstein Lawyers

Atrium on Bay, 595 Bay Street, Suite 301

Toronto, ON M5G 2C2

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Hiring guide

How to hire M. Steven Rastin — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a general attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 M.

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. M. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about M. Steven Rastin

How much does it cost to hire M. for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. M. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does M. offer a free consultation?
M. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'s office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check M.'s current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. M. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can M. take my case if I'm outside the area?
M. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside M.'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 M.?
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. M. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is M. accepting new general clients right now?
M.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.