Taro Inoue, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States

Taro concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Taro handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Taro's primary office is at 880 Broadview Ave., Toronto, ON, M4K 2R1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Taro usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Taro discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Taro for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Taro walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Taro offer a free consultation?

  Taro charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taro's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Taro's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Taro gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Taro take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Taro evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Taro'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 Taro?

  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. Taro will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Taro accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Taro's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.