Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Contracts
PartneratEcclestone & Ecclestone LLP
Practicing adr since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone is a partner based in Kingston, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Thomas has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ecclestone & Ecclestone LLP.
- Based in
- Kingston, ON
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Contracts
- Handles ADR, Business, and Contracts matters from Kingston, ON.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone: Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone is a partner based in Kingston, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Thomas has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ecclestone & Ecclestone LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on adr, business, contracts, criminal defense, and estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Contracts
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Criminal Defense
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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Litigation
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ADR cases nationwide
Thomas takes adr 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases nationwide
Thomas takes contracts 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Thomas takes criminal defense 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases nationwide
Thomas takes estate planning 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone is a partner based in Kingston, ON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Thomas has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ecclestone & Ecclestone LLP.
Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone is a lawyer practicing administrative, advice, civil litigation and 11 other areas of law. Thomas Christopher Elliott John received a degree from Loyalist College in 1992, and has been licensed for 22 years. Thomas Christopher Elliott John practices at Ecclestone & Ecclestone LLP in Kingston, ON.
How Thomas handles adr matters
Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone is a lawyer practicing administrative, advice, civil litigation and 11 other areas of law. Thomas Christopher Elliott John received a degree from Loyalist College in 1992, and has been licensed for 22 years. Thomas Christopher Elliott John practices at Ecclestone & Ecclestone LLP in Kingston, ON.
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and contracts matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Queen's University
LL.B. · 2003
Loyalist College
A.E.C. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
Ontario
2004 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at LL.B. in Queen's University and A.E.C. in Loyalist College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed LL.B. in Queen's University and A.E.C. in Loyalist College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Criminal Lawyers Association Frontenac Law Association
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Locations
Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone's office in Kingston
Thomas's primary office is at 1046 Gardiners Road, Kingston, ON, K7P 1R7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Christopher Elliott John Ecclestone
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside the area?
Thomas evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Thomas'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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new adr clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.