
Sara Kushner, Litigation Attorney in the United States
Over 17 years of legal practice
CounselatMcCarthy Tétrault LLP
Practicing litigation since 2009.
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Sara Kushner is a counsel based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sara has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
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- Toronto, ON
- Experience
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- Litigation
- Handles Litigation matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sara Kushner: Sara Kushner is a counsel based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sara has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sara takes on
Sara concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation cases nationwide
Sara takes litigation 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sara Kushner — litigation lawyer in the U.S.
Sara Kushner is a counsel based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sara has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
Sara Kushner is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sara received a B.A. degree from Concordia University, and has been licensed for 17 years. Sara practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
How Sara handles litigation matters
Sara Kushner is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sara received a B.A. degree from Concordia University, and has been licensed for 17 years. Sara practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who Sara represents
Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Concordia University B.A. Hons. Concordia University B.A. Communications McGill University's Faculty of Law LL.B. - Common Law McGill University's Faculty of Law B.C.L. - Civil Law
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Jurisdictions
Sara's state bar admissions
Ontario
2009 · ACTIVE
Sara studied at — in Concordia University B.A. Hons. Concordia University B.A. Communications McGill University's Faculty of Law LL.B. - Common Law McGill University's Faculty of Law B.C.L. - Civil Law.
Law school and academic background
Sara completed — in Concordia University B.A. Hons. Concordia University B.A. Communications McGill University's Faculty of Law LL.B. - Common Law McGill University's Faculty of Law B.C.L. - Civil Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sara's professional memberships and bar associations
Ontario Bar Association Law Society of Upper Canada Canadian Bar Association The Advocates' Society
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Locations
Sara Kushner's office in Toronto
Sara's primary office is at Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street, Toronto, ON, M5K 1E6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street
Toronto, ON M5K 1E6
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How to hire Sara Kushner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara'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; Sara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Sara
Sara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sara Kushner
How much does it cost to hire Sara for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sara offer a free consultation?
Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Sara's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in this state typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sara take my case if I'm outside the area?
Sara evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Sara'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 Sara?
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. Sara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sara accepting new litigation clients right now?
Sara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.