Brian O'Neill

Brian O'Neill, Tax Attorney in the United States

Over 16 years of legal practice

Practicing tax since 2010.

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Brian O'Neill is an associate based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Tax. Brian has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.

Based in
Vancouver, BC
Experience
over 16 years
Known for
Tax
  • Handles Tax matters from Vancouver, BC.
  • Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Brian O'Neill: Brian O'Neill is an associate based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Tax. Brian has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Brian takes on

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

Tax cases nationwide

Brian takes tax 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Brian O'Neill — tax lawyer in the U.S.

Brian O'Neill is an associate based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Tax. Brian has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.

Brian O'Neill is a lawyer practicing tax, tax planning. Brian received a degree from University of Alberta in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Brian practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Vancouver, BC.

Brian's approach to tax cases

Brian O'Neill is a lawyer practicing tax, tax planning. Brian received a degree from University of Alberta in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Brian practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Vancouver, BC.

The kind of cases Brian takes

Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in the United States.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Alberta

    LL.B. B.Sc. · 2009

  • University of Alberta

    B.Sc. University · 2006

Jurisdictions

Brian's state bar admissions

  • British Columbia

    2010 · ACTIVE

Brian studied at LL.B. B.Sc. in University of Alberta and B.Sc. University in University of Alberta.

Law school and academic background

Brian completed LL.B. B.Sc. in University of Alberta and B.Sc. University in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Brian's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Law Society of British Columbia Canadian Bar Association

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Locations

Brian O'Neill's office in Vancouver

Brian's primary office is at P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1K2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

McCarthy Tétrault LLP

P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300

Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K2

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian O'Neill — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Brian

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Brian O'Neill

  • How much does it cost to hire Brian for a tax case?

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

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do tax cases in this state typically take?

    Simple tax 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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

  • Is Brian accepting new tax clients right now?

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