Richard U. Boriss — Licensed Attorney
Over 54 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatGowland, Boriss Injury Lawyers
Practicing law since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Richard U. Boriss is a member based in Peterborough, ON. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gowland, Boriss Injury Lawyers. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Peterborough, ON
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- legal services
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Richard U. Boriss: Richard U. Boriss is a member based in Peterborough, ON. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gowland, Boriss Injury Lawyers. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Biography
Meet Richard U. Boriss — legal lawyer in the U.S.
Richard U. Boriss is a member based in Peterborough, ON. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gowland, Boriss Injury Lawyers. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Richard U. Boriss is a lawyer. Richard U. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years. Richard U. practices at Gowland, Boriss Injury Lawyers in Peterborough, ON.
Clients Richard works with
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Western Ontario
LL.B. · 1969
University of Western Ontario
B.A. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Ontario
1972 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and B.A. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and B.A. in University of Western Ontario. 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
Recognition and thought leadership
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Richard's professional memberships and bar associations
Peterborough Law Association Canadian Bar Association Criminal Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Richard U. Boriss's office in Peterborough
Richard's primary office is at 371 Reid Street, Peterborough, ON, K9H 4G4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Richard U. Boriss — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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5.0
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How to hire Richard U. Boriss — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal 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 legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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 legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard U. Boriss
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a legal 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 legal attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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 legal clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.