Nigel Macleod, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Child Custody · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMacleod Law & Mediation Chambers
Practicing adr since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Nigel Macleod is a member based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Child Custody. Nigel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Ottawa, ON
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Child Custody
- Handles ADR, Business, and Child Custody matters from Ottawa, ON.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Nigel Macleod: Nigel Macleod is a member based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Child Custody. Nigel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Nigel's practice areas in the U.S.
Nigel concentrates on adr, business, child custody, child support, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nigel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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Criminal Defense
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Divorce
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DV Defense
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Estate Litigation
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Family Law
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Real Estate
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Wills
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ADR cases nationwide
Nigel 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 Nigel agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Nigel takes business 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 Nigel agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases nationwide
Nigel takes child custody 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 Nigel agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases nationwide
Nigel takes child support 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 Nigel agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Nigel takes criminal defense 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 Nigel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nigel Macleod, adr attorney serving the U.S.
Nigel Macleod is a member based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Child Custody. Nigel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Nigel works from the U.S. and takes on adr matters across the region.
Nigel Macleod is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 13 other areas of law. Nigel received a degree from Algonquin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 45 years. Nigel practices at Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers in Ottawa, ON.
How Nigel handles adr matters
Nigel Macleod is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 13 other areas of law. Nigel received a degree from Algonquin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 45 years. Nigel practices at Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers in Ottawa, ON.
Who Nigel represents
Nigel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and child custody matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Nigel studied and practices
University of Ottawa
LL.B. B.Soc.Sc. · 1979
Algonquin College
Addiction Studies · 1996
Jurisdictions
Nigel's state bar admissions
Ontario
1981 · ACTIVE
Nigel studied at LL.B. B.Soc.Sc. in University of Ottawa and Addiction Studies in Algonquin College.
Law school and academic background
Nigel completed LL.B. B.Soc.Sc. in University of Ottawa and Addiction Studies in Algonquin College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nigel runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Nigel's legal honors and published work
Nigel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Nigel's professional memberships and bar associations
Carleton County Law Association Ontario Bar Association Collaborative Practice Ottawa Ontario Association for Family Mediation Association of Conflict Resolution Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
membership
Locations
Nigel Macleod's office in Ottawa
Nigel's primary office is at 20-5330 Canotek Road, Ottawa, ON, K1J 9C3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Macleod Law & Mediation Chambers
20-5330 Canotek Road
Ottawa, ON K1J 9C3
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Client reviews of Nigel Macleod — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Nigel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.0
1 client review
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How to hire Nigel Macleod — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nigel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nigel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nigel'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; Nigel 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 Nigel
Nigel 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. Nigel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nigel'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 Nigel Macleod
How much does it cost to hire Nigel for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nigel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nigel offer a free consultation?
Nigel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nigel's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Nigel'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. Nigel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nigel take my case if I'm outside the area?
Nigel evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Nigel'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 Nigel?
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. Nigel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nigel accepting new adr clients right now?
Nigel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.