Rinus de Waal, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 3.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Practicing adr since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 3.4 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Rinus de Waal is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Rinus has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Rinus de Waal: Rinus de Waal is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Rinus has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Rinus de Waal
Rinus concentrates on adr, business, class action, environmental, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rinus handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Class Action
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Environmental
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Insurance
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Litigation
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ADR cases nationwide
Rinus 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 Rinus agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Rinus 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 Rinus agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Rinus takes class action 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 Rinus agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
Rinus takes environmental 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 Rinus agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Rinus 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 Rinus agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Rinus de Waal — Over 37 years of the U.S. adr experience
Rinus de Waal is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Rinus has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Rinus de Waal is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, international dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Rinus received a degree from University of Pretoria in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years. Rinus practices in Calgary, AB.
Rinus's approach to adr cases
Rinus de Waal is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, international dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Rinus received a degree from University of Pretoria in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years. Rinus practices in Calgary, AB.
The kind of cases Rinus takes
Rinus reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Rinus de Waal's legal education and bar admissions
University of Pretoria
LL.B. B.L.C. · 1984
University of Pretoria
B.L.C. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Rinus's state bar admissions
Alberta
2000 · ACTIVE
South Africa
1989 · ACTIVE
Rinus studied at LL.B. B.L.C. in University of Pretoria and B.L.C. in University of Pretoria.
Law school and academic background
Rinus completed LL.B. B.L.C. in University of Pretoria and B.L.C. in University of Pretoria. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rinus runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Rinus de Waal
Rinus has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Rinus's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association
membership
Locations
Rinus de Waal's office in Calgary
Rinus's primary office is at Suite 1610 Intact Place, 311 - 6th Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB, T2P 3H2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rinus de Waal — 3.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Rinus. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
3.4
2 client reviews
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How to hire Rinus de Waal — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rinus usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rinus charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rinus'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; Rinus 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 Rinus
Rinus 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. Rinus confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rinus'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 Rinus de Waal
How much does it cost to hire Rinus for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rinus walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rinus offer a free consultation?
Rinus charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rinus's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Rinus'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. Rinus gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rinus take my case if I'm outside the area?
Rinus evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Rinus'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 Rinus?
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. Rinus will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rinus accepting new adr clients right now?
Rinus's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.