Mike (Michael) D. Schafler, ADR Attorney in the United States

Mike concentrates on adr, agriculture, appellate, business, and class action. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mike handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• ADR

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• Agriculture

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• Appellate

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• Business

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• Class Action

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• Energy

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• Estate Litigation

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• General

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• Government

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Real Estate

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Mike's primary office is at Toronto-Dominion Centre, 77 King Street West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON, M5K 0A1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Mike 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Mike for a adr case?

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

• Does Mike offer a free consultation?

  Mike charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mike's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Mike'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. Mike gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Mike take my case if I'm outside the area?

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

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

• Is Mike accepting new adr clients right now?

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