Maya Poliak, Litigation Attorney in the United States
Over 19 years of legal practice
Practicing litigation since 2007.
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Maya Poliak is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Maya has over 19 years of legal experience.
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- Toronto, ON
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- over 19 years
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- Litigation
- Handles Litigation matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maya Poliak: Maya Poliak is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Maya has over 19 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maya takes on
Maya concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maya handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation cases nationwide
Maya 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 Maya agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maya Poliak — litigation lawyer in the U.S.
Maya Poliak is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Maya has over 19 years of legal experience.
Maya Poliak is a lawyer practicing litigation. Maya received a B.B.A. degree from York University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Maya practices in Toronto, ON.
How Maya handles litigation matters
Maya Poliak is a lawyer practicing litigation. Maya received a B.B.A. degree from York University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Maya practices in Toronto, ON.
The kind of cases Maya takes
Maya reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Ottawa
LL.B. · 2006
York University
B.B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Maya's state bar admissions
Ontario
2007 · ACTIVE
Maya studied at LL.B. in University of Ottawa and B.B.A. in York University.
Law school and academic background
Maya completed LL.B. in University of Ottawa and B.B.A. in York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maya runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Maya's professional memberships and bar associations
Ontario Bar Association Canadian Bar Association Law Society of Upper Canada Advocates' Society
membership
Locations
Maya Poliak's office in Toronto
Maya's primary office is at 5300 Commerce Court West, 199 Bay Street, Toronto, ON, M5L 1B9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maya Poliak — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maya usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maya charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maya'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; Maya will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Maya
Maya discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Maya confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maya's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maya Poliak
How much does it cost to hire Maya for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maya walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maya offer a free consultation?
Maya charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maya's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Maya's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in this state typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Maya gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maya take my case if I'm outside the area?
Maya evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Maya'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 Maya?
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. Maya will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maya accepting new litigation clients right now?
Maya's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.