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Richard Corley, Business Attorney in the United States

Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing business since 1992.

34+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Richard Corley is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Toronto, ON
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
Business · Energy · General
  • Handles Business, Energy, and General matters from Toronto, ON.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Richard Corley: Richard Corley is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Richard's practice areas in the U.S.

Richard concentrates on business, energy, general, ip, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases nationwide

Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Energy cases nationwide

Richard takes energy 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

General cases nationwide

Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

IP cases nationwide

Richard takes ip 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

M&A cases nationwide

Richard takes m&a 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Richard Corley, business attorney serving the U.S.

Richard Corley is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Richard works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.

Richard Corley is a lawyer practicing competition, antitrust and foreign investment, corporate and commercial and 5 other areas of law. Richard has been licensed for 34 years. Richard practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.

Richard's approach to business cases

Richard Corley is a lawyer practicing competition, antitrust and foreign investment, corporate and commercial and 5 other areas of law. Richard has been licensed for 34 years. Richard practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.

Clients Richard works with

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and general matters in the United States.

Credentials

Credentials — where Richard studied and practices

  • Osgoode Hall Law School

    LL.B. Yale · 1989

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1992 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at LL.B. Yale in Osgoode Hall Law School.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed LL.B. Yale in Osgoode Hall Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Richard's legal honors and published work

Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Richard Corley's office in Toronto

Richard's primary office is at Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400, Toronto, ON, M5H 2S7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Goodmans LLP - Toronto

Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400

Toronto, ON M5H 2S7

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Richard Corley — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.

5.0

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard Corley — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard Corley

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a business case?

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

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

    Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in this state typically take?

    Simple business 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

  • Is Richard accepting new business clients right now?

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