Maxine E Balis — Licensed Attorney
Over 32 years of legal practice
Practicing law since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Maxine E Balis is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. Maxine has over 32 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- legal services
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maxine E Balis: Maxine E Balis is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. Maxine has over 32 years of legal experience.
Biography
Maxine E Balis, legal attorney serving the U.S.
Maxine E Balis is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. Maxine has over 32 years of legal experience. Maxine works from the U.S. and takes on legal matters across the region.
Maxine E Balis is a lawyer. Maxine received a degree from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University, and has been licensed for 32 years. Maxine practices in Toronto, ON.
Who Maxine represents
Maxine reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Maxine studied and practices
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
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Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
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Jurisdictions
Maxine's state bar admissions
Florida
1994 · ACTIVE
Maxine studied at — in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor and — in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University.
Law school and academic background
Maxine completed — in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor and — in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maxine runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Maxine E Balis's office in Toronto
Maxine's primary office is at 4600 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON, M2R 3V2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maxine E Balis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maxine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maxine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxine'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; Maxine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Maxine
Maxine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Maxine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maxine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maxine E Balis
How much does it cost to hire Maxine for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maxine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maxine offer a free consultation?
Maxine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxine's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Maxine's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Maxine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maxine take my case if I'm outside the area?
Maxine evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Maxine'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 Maxine?
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. Maxine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maxine accepting new legal clients right now?
Maxine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.