D. Murray Paton, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Commercial RE, and General
Practicing business since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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D. Murray Paton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. D. has over 54 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Business · Commercial RE · General
- Handles Business, Commercial RE, and General matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About D. Murray Paton: D. Murray Paton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. D. has over 54 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
D.'s practice areas in the U.S.
D. concentrates on business, commercial re, general, insurance, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case D. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Commercial RE
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General
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Insurance
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International
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Securities
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Business cases nationwide
D. 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Commercial RE cases nationwide
D. takes commercial re 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 D. agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
D. takes general 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
D. takes insurance 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 D. agrees to represent you.
International cases nationwide
D. takes international 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Biography
D. Murray Paton, business attorney serving the U.S.
D. Murray Paton is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and General. D. has over 54 years of legal experience. D. works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.
D. Murray Paton is a lawyer practicing joint ventures, secured transactions, banking law and 10 other areas of law. D. Murray received a B.A. degree from York University, and has been licensed for 54 years. D. Murray practices in Toronto, ON.
Working with D. on a business matter
D. Murray Paton is a lawyer practicing joint ventures, secured transactions, banking law and 10 other areas of law. D. Murray received a B.A. degree from York University, and has been licensed for 54 years. D. Murray practices in Toronto, ON.
Who D. represents
D. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, commercial re, and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where D. studied and practices
Osgoode Hall Law School
LL.B. · 1970
York University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
D.'s state bar admissions
Alberta
1981 · ACTIVE
Ontario
1972 · ACTIVE
D. studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in York University B.A..
Law school and academic background
D. completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in York University B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice D. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
D. Murray Paton's office in Toronto
D.'s primary office is at Toronto Dominion Bank Tower, Suite 4700, , Toronto, ON, M5K 1E6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire D. Murray Paton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with D. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
D. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'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; D. 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 D.
D. 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. D. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
D.'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 D. Murray Paton
How much does it cost to hire D. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. D. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does D. offer a free consultation?
D. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check D.'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. D. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can D. take my case if I'm outside the area?
D. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside D.'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 D.?
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. D. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is D. accepting new business clients right now?
D.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.