
Glenn Ernst, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Tax · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratGoodmans LLP - Toronto
Practicing business since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
Practices in
Are you Glenn Ernst?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Glenn Ernst is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Tax. Glenn has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Tax
- Handles Business, General, and Tax matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Glenn Ernst: Glenn Ernst is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Tax. Glenn has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Glenn takes on
Glenn concentrates on business, general, tax, and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Glenn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
View other Business attorneys
General
View other General attorneys
Tax
View other Tax attorneys
Tax Litigation
View other Tax Litigation attorneys
Business cases nationwide
Glenn 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Glenn 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
Glenn 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases nationwide
Glenn takes tax 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Glenn Ernst — business lawyer in the U.S.
Glenn Ernst is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Tax. Glenn has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Glenn Ernst is a lawyer practicing commodity tax/customs, procurement, public/private partnerships and alternative finance and 3 other areas of law. Glenn received a degree from Dalhousie University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Glenn practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.
How Glenn handles business matters
Glenn Ernst is a lawyer practicing commodity tax/customs, procurement, public/private partnerships and alternative finance and 3 other areas of law. Glenn received a degree from Dalhousie University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Glenn practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.
Who Glenn represents
Glenn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and tax matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall Law School
LL.B. · 1988
Dalhousie University
B.Comm. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Glenn's state bar admissions
Ontario
1990 · ACTIVE
Glenn studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and B.Comm. in Dalhousie University.
Law school and academic background
Glenn completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and B.Comm. in Dalhousie University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Glenn runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Glenn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Glenn's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations Canadian Tax Foundation International Fiscal Association Canadian Bar Association
membership
Locations
Glenn Ernst's office in Toronto
Glenn's primary office is at Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400, Toronto, ON, M5H 2S7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Goodmans LLP - Toronto
Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400
Toronto, ON M5H 2S7
Open in Google MapsClient feedback
Client reviews of Glenn Ernst — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Glenn. 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
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Glenn Ernst claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Glenn Ernst — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Glenn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Glenn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glenn'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; Glenn 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 Glenn
Glenn 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. Glenn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Glenn'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 Glenn Ernst
How much does it cost to hire Glenn for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Glenn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Glenn offer a free consultation?
Glenn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glenn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Glenn'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. Glenn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Glenn take my case if I'm outside the area?
Glenn evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Glenn'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 Glenn?
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. Glenn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Glenn accepting new business clients right now?
Glenn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.