
Shea T. Small, Agriculture Attorney in the United States
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Agriculture, Business, and General
PartneratMcCarthy Tétrault LLP
Practicing agriculture since 1998.
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Shea T. Small is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Business, and General. Shea has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
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- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Agriculture · Business · General
- Handles Agriculture, Business, and General matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shea T. Small: Shea T. Small is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Business, and General. Shea has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Shea T. Small
Shea concentrates on agriculture, business, general, international, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shea handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Agriculture
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M&A
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Agriculture cases nationwide
Shea takes agriculture 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Shea 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Shea takes general 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
International cases nationwide
Shea takes international 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Shea takes m&a 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Shea T. Small — Over 28 years of the U.S. agriculture experience
Shea T. Small is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Business, and General. Shea has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.
Shea T. Small is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, capital markets, international trade & investment law and 5 other areas of law. Shea T. received a B.A. degree from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Shea T. practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
Shea's approach to agriculture cases
Shea T. Small is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, capital markets, international trade & investment law and 5 other areas of law. Shea T. received a B.A. degree from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Shea T. practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
The kind of cases Shea takes
Shea reviews new inquiries case-by-case for agriculture, business, and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
Shea T. Small's legal education and bar admissions
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 1996
Wilfrid Laurier University
B.A. Economics · 1993
Jurisdictions
Shea's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2013 · ACTIVE
Ontario
1998 · ACTIVE
Shea studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. Economics in Wilfrid Laurier University.
Law school and academic background
Shea completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. Economics in Wilfrid Laurier University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shea runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Shea T. Small's office in Toronto
Shea'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 Shea T. Small — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new agriculture attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shea usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shea charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shea'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; Shea will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a agriculture attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many agriculture 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 Shea
Shea discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in agriculture practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every agriculture 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. Shea confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shea's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many agriculture practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Shea T. Small
How much does it cost to hire Shea for a agriculture case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shea walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shea offer a free consultation?
Shea charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shea's office. Some agriculture attorneys offer free consults — check Shea's current terms during booking.
How long do agriculture cases in this state typically take?
Simple agriculture 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. Shea gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shea take my case if I'm outside the area?
Shea evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Shea'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 Shea?
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. Shea will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shea accepting new agriculture clients right now?
Shea's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.