Hemant Tilak

Hemant Tilak, Tax Attorney in the United States

Over 39 years of legal practice · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing tax since 1987.

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Hemant Tilak is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Tax. Hemant has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Toronto, ON
Experience
over 39 years
Known for
Tax
  • Handles Tax matters from Toronto, ON.
  • Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Hemant Tilak: Hemant Tilak is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Tax. Hemant has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Hemant Tilak

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

Tax cases nationwide

Hemant 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 Hemant agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Hemant Tilak — Over 39 years of the U.S. tax experience

Hemant Tilak is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Tax. Hemant has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Hemant Tilak is a lawyer practicing taxation. Hemant received a degree from University of Toronto in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years. Hemant practices at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP in Toronto, ON.

How Hemant handles tax matters

Hemant Tilak is a lawyer practicing taxation. Hemant received a degree from University of Toronto in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years. Hemant practices at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP in Toronto, ON.

The kind of cases Hemant takes

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

Credentials

Hemant Tilak's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Toronto

    LL.B. B.Sc. · 1984

  • University of Toronto

    B.Sc. · 1975

Jurisdictions

Hemant's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1987 · ACTIVE

Hemant studied at LL.B. B.Sc. in University of Toronto and B.Sc. in University of Toronto.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Hemant Tilak

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

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Hemant's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Canadian Tax Foundation

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  • Canadian Institute of Actuaries

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  • Society of Actuaries

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Locations

Hemant Tilak's office in Toronto

Hemant's primary office is at 1 First Canadian Place, Toronto, ON, M5X 1B8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

1 First Canadian Place

Toronto, ON M5X 1B8

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Hemant Tilak — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

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Hiring guide

How to hire Hemant Tilak — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Hemant charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hemant'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; Hemant 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 Hemant

Hemant 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. Hemant confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Hemant'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 Hemant Tilak

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

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

  • Does Hemant offer a free consultation?

    Hemant charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hemant's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Hemant'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. Hemant gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

  • Is Hemant accepting new tax clients right now?

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