Daley, Byers

Frequently asked questions

If I retain Daley, Byers before my first court date, do I still have to show up on the date on my Promise to Appear?

If Daley, Byers is retained before your first court attendance, you don't have to go on that date, even when it's printed on your Promise to Appear. Generally the firm represents you through the preliminary proceedings and you attend court yourself only on your trial date, though there are occasional exceptions, and you're kept fully informed about when and where you need to be.

Does Daley, Byers charge a set block fee instead of billing by the hour?

Daley, Byers bases most of its fees on block services, a set fee that won't change, rather than an hourly rate. A fee range is usually estimated at the first consultation, and the final fee, set once disclosure is reviewed and you've given instructions, falls within that range.

Can I pay Daley, Byers in instalments, and does it charge interest?

Daley, Byers doesn't charge interest on instalment plans, and it accepts Visa or Mastercard either in full or in instalments. Fees are generally expected to be paid before the trial date, with special schedules for cases that have several trial dates.

Will a Daley, Byers lawyer come to the jail to get me ready for a bail hearing?

Daley, Byers lawyers are willing to visit jails to prepare clients for a bail hearing, and the firm offers bail service on short notice, including weekends and holidays.

Does Daley, Byers bring in toxicologists or accident reconstruction specialists on impaired driving cases?

Daley, Byers keeps toxicologists and accident reconstruction specialists on retainer, to provide the analysis each impaired driving case needs.

Will I be able to reach my Daley, Byers lawyer by cell phone?

Daley, Byers gives every client its lawyers' personal cell numbers.

Can I walk in to the Daley, Byers office in Mississauga?

Daley, Byers sees clients at its Mississauga office only by appointment made in advance.