S.B. Gavin Matthews, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Bankruptcy, and Class Action
Partner
Practicing adr since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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S.B. Gavin Matthews is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Bankruptcy, and Class Action. S.B. has over 25 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- ADR · Bankruptcy · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Bankruptcy, and Class Action matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About S.B. Gavin Matthews: S.B. Gavin Matthews is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Bankruptcy, and Class Action. S.B. has over 25 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by S.B. Gavin Matthews
S.B. concentrates on adr, bankruptcy, class action, construction, and energy. Each area below outlines the kind of case S.B. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Bankruptcy
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Class Action
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Construction
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Energy
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Insurance
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Litigation
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ADR cases nationwide
S.B. 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 S.B. agrees to represent you.
Bankruptcy cases nationwide
S.B. takes bankruptcy 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 S.B. agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
S.B. 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 S.B. agrees to represent you.
Construction cases nationwide
S.B. takes construction 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 S.B. agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
S.B. 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 S.B. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About S.B. Gavin Matthews — Over 25 years of the U.S. adr experience
S.B. Gavin Matthews is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Bankruptcy, and Class Action. S.B. has over 25 years of legal experience.
S.B. Gavin Matthews is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, class actions, construction litigation and 4 other areas of law. S.B. Gavin received a B.A. degree from University of Waterloo in 1983, and has been licensed for 25 years. S.B. Gavin practices at Peacock Linder Halt & Mack LLP in Calgary, AB.
S.B.'s approach to adr cases
S.B. Gavin Matthews is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, class actions, construction litigation and 4 other areas of law. S.B. Gavin received a B.A. degree from University of Waterloo in 1983, and has been licensed for 25 years. S.B. Gavin practices at Peacock Linder Halt & Mack LLP in Calgary, AB.
Clients S.B. works with
S.B. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, bankruptcy, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
S.B. Gavin Matthews's legal education and bar admissions
University of Calgary
LL.B. · 2000
University of Waterloo
B.A. University · 1983
Jurisdictions
S.B.'s state bar admissions
Alberta
2001 · ACTIVE
S.B. studied at LL.B. in University of Calgary and B.A. University in University of Waterloo.
Law school and academic background
S.B. completed LL.B. in University of Calgary and B.A. University in University of Waterloo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice S.B. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
S.B.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Calgary Bar Association Law Society of Alberta
membership
Locations
S.B. Gavin Matthews's office in Calgary
S.B.'s primary office is at 4050, 400-3 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 4H2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire S.B. Gavin Matthews — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with S.B. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
S.B. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain S.B.'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; S.B. 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 S.B.
S.B. 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. S.B. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
S.B.'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 S.B. Gavin Matthews
How much does it cost to hire S.B. for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. S.B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does S.B. offer a free consultation?
S.B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain S.B.'s office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check S.B.'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. S.B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can S.B. take my case if I'm outside the area?
S.B. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside S.B.'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 S.B.?
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. S.B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is S.B. accepting new adr clients right now?
S.B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.