Susan Heakes, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Litigation, and Family Law
Practicing business since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan Heakes is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Family Law. Susan has over 42 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Litigation · Family Law
- Handles Business, Estate Litigation, and Family Law matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Heakes: Susan Heakes is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Family Law. Susan has over 42 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on business, estate litigation, family law, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Estate Litigation
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Family Law
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Business cases nationwide
Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases nationwide
Susan takes estate 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
Susan takes family law 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Susan takes real estate 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Susan Heakes — business lawyer in the U.S.
Susan Heakes is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Family Law. Susan has over 42 years of legal experience.
Susan Heakes is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate litigation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Carleton University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Susan practices in Toronto, ON.
Susan's approach to business cases
Susan Heakes is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate litigation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Carleton University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Susan practices in Toronto, ON.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate litigation, and family law matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Queen's University
LL.B. · 1981
Carleton University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Ontario
1984 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at LL.B. in Queen's University and B.A. in Carleton University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed LL.B. in Queen's University and B.A. in Carleton University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan Heakes's office in Toronto
Susan's primary office is at South Tower, Royal Bank Plaza, 200 Bay Street, Suite 2600, Toronto, ON, M5J 2J4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
South Tower, Royal Bank Plaza, 200 Bay Street, Suite 2600
Toronto, ON M5J 2J4
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How to hire Susan Heakes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Heakes
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside the area?
Susan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Susan'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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new business clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.