Sharon M. Addison, Bankruptcy Attorney in the United States
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDentons Canada LLP
Practicing bankruptcy since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sharon M. Addison is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction. Sharon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Construction
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Sharon M. Addison: Sharon M. Addison is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction. Sharon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sharon M. Addison
Sharon concentrates on bankruptcy, business, construction, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Business
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Construction
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Employment
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Litigation
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Bankruptcy cases nationwide
Sharon 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Sharon 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Construction cases nationwide
Sharon 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Sharon takes employment 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Sharon 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sharon M. Addison — Over 40 years of the U.S. bankruptcy experience
Sharon M. Addison is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction. Sharon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Sharon M. Addison is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial landlord and tenant litigation, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Sharon M. received a degree from McMaster University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. Sharon M. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Toronto, ON.
How Sharon handles bankruptcy matters
Sharon M. Addison is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial landlord and tenant litigation, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Sharon M. received a degree from McMaster University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. Sharon M. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Toronto, ON.
The kind of cases Sharon takes
Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and construction matters in the United States.
Credentials
Sharon M. Addison's legal education and bar admissions
McMaster University
Bachelor · 1981
Jurisdictions
Sharon's state bar admissions
Ontario
1986 · ACTIVE
Sharon studied at Bachelor in McMaster University.
Law school and academic background
Sharon completed Bachelor in McMaster University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sharon runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sharon M. Addison
Sharon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Sharon M. Addison's office in Toronto
Sharon's primary office is at Toronto-Dominion Centre, 77 King Street West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON, M5K 0A1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons Canada LLP
Toronto-Dominion Centre, 77 King Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5K 0A1
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Client reviews of Sharon M. Addison — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Sharon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Sharon M. Addison — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sharon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sharon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon'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; Sharon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Sharon
Sharon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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. Sharon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sharon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sharon M. Addison
How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sharon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sharon offer a free consultation?
Sharon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in this state typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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. Sharon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sharon take my case if I'm outside the area?
Sharon evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Sharon'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 Sharon?
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. Sharon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sharon accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Sharon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.