Grant Buchanan

Grant Buchanan, General Attorney in the United States

Over 46 years of legal practice · 4.7/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

Practicing general since 1980.

46+
Years practicing
4.7 ★
6 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Grant Buchanan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General. Grant has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Based in
Toronto, ON
Experience
over 46 years
Known for
General
  • Handles General matters from Toronto, ON.
  • Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Grant Buchanan: Grant Buchanan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General. Grant has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Grant Buchanan

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

General cases nationwide

Grant 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 Grant agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Grant Buchanan — Over 46 years of the U.S. general experience

Grant Buchanan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General. Grant has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Grant Buchanan is a lawyer practicing communications. Grant received a degree from La Sorbonne in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years. Grant practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.

How Grant handles general matters

Grant Buchanan is a lawyer practicing communications. Grant received a degree from La Sorbonne in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years. Grant practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.

The kind of cases Grant takes

Grant reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in the United States.

Credentials

Grant Buchanan's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Western Ontario

    LL.B. · 1978

  • La Sorbonne

    Licence · 1974

Jurisdictions

Grant's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1980 · ACTIVE

Grant studied at LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and Licence in La Sorbonne.

Law school and academic background

Grant completed LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and Licence in La Sorbonne. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Grant runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Grant Buchanan

Grant has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Grant Buchanan's office in Toronto

Grant's primary office is at Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street, Toronto, ON, M5K 1E6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street

Toronto, ON M5K 1E6

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Grant Buchanan — 4.7/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Grant. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in your area.

4.7

6 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Grant Buchanan — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a general attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Grant

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Grant confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Grant Buchanan

  • How much does it cost to hire Grant for a general case?

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

  • Does Grant offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Is Grant accepting new general clients right now?

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