Brian Riordan, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and IP · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Practicing business since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Brian Riordan is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Brian has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · IP
- Handles Business, Employment, and IP matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Brian Riordan: Brian Riordan is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Brian has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on business, employment, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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IP
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Litigation
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Business cases nationwide
Brian 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Brian takes employment 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.
IP cases nationwide
Brian takes ip 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.
Litigation cases nationwide
Brian 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian Riordan — business lawyer in the U.S.
Brian Riordan is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Brian has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Brian Riordan is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law. Brian received a degree from McGill University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years. Brian practices in Montreal, QC.
Working with Brian on a business matter
Brian Riordan is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law. Brian received a degree from McGill University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years. Brian practices in Montreal, QC.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and ip matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
B.C.L. M.A.Econ. · 1978
McGill University
M.A.Econ. Ohio · 1972
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Quebec
1979 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at B.C.L. M.A.Econ. in McGill University and M.A.Econ. Ohio in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed B.C.L. M.A.Econ. in McGill University and M.A.Econ. Ohio in McGill University. 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.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Brian Riordan's office in Montreal
Brian's primary office is at CIBC Tower, 31st Floor, 1155 René-Lévesque Boulevard West, Montreal, QC, H3B 3S6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
CIBC Tower, 31st Floor, 1155 René-Lévesque Boulevard West
Montreal, QC H3B 3S6
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Client reviews of Brian Riordan — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Brian Riordan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 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 Brian
Brian 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. 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Riordan
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. 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 business clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.