Rafal Szymanski, General Attorney in the United States
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on General and Insurance
Partner
Practicing general since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Rafal Szymanski is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Rafal has over 16 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance
- Handles General and Insurance matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Rafal Szymanski: Rafal Szymanski is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Rafal has over 16 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Rafal Szymanski
Rafal concentrates on general and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rafal handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Rafal 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 Rafal agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Rafal 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 Rafal agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Rafal Szymanski — Over 16 years of the U.S. general experience
Rafal Szymanski is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Rafal has over 16 years of legal experience.
Rafal Szymanski is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, police liability. Rafal received a B.A. degree from Queen's University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Rafal practices at Blaney McMurtry LLP in Toronto, ON.
How Rafal handles general matters
Rafal Szymanski is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, police liability. Rafal received a B.A. degree from Queen's University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Rafal practices at Blaney McMurtry LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who Rafal represents
Rafal reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
Rafal Szymanski's legal education and bar admissions
University of Manitoba
LL.B. · 2009
Queen's University
B.A. Hons. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Rafal's state bar admissions
Ontario
2010 · ACTIVE
Rafal studied at LL.B. in University of Manitoba and B.A. Hons. in Queen's University.
Law school and academic background
Rafal completed LL.B. in University of Manitoba and B.A. Hons. in Queen's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rafal runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Rafal's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Law Society of Upper Canada •Ontario Bar Association •The Advocates Society •Toronto Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Rafal Szymanski's office in Toronto
Rafal's primary office is at 2 Queen Street East, Suite 1500, Toronto, ON, M5C 3G5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Rafal Szymanski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rafal usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rafal charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rafal'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; Rafal 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 Rafal
Rafal 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. Rafal confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rafal'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 Rafal Szymanski
How much does it cost to hire Rafal for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rafal walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rafal offer a free consultation?
Rafal charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rafal's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Rafal'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. Rafal gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rafal take my case if I'm outside the area?
Rafal evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Rafal'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 Rafal?
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. Rafal will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rafal accepting new general clients right now?
Rafal's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.