Ian G. MacPhee, IP Attorney in the United States
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Trademark · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratLapointe Rosenstein
Practicing ip since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Ian G. MacPhee is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on IP and Trademark. Ian has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- IP · Trademark
- Handles IP and Trademark matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Ian G. MacPhee: Ian G. MacPhee is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on IP and Trademark. Ian has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ian G. MacPhee
Ian concentrates on ip and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases nationwide
Ian 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 Ian agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases nationwide
Ian takes trademark 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 Ian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ian G. MacPhee — Over 43 years of the U.S. ip experience
Ian G. MacPhee is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on IP and Trademark. Ian has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ian G. MacPhee is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trade mark agent. Ian G. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario, and has been licensed for 43 years. Ian G. practices at Lapointe Rosenstein in Montreal, QC.
How Ian handles ip matters
Ian G. MacPhee is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trade mark agent. Ian G. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario, and has been licensed for 43 years. Ian G. practices at Lapointe Rosenstein in Montreal, QC.
Who Ian represents
Ian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and trademark matters in the United States.
Credentials
Ian G. MacPhee's legal education and bar admissions
University of Ottawa LL.B.
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University of Western Ontario B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Ian's state bar admissions
Ontario
1983 · ACTIVE
Ian studied at — in University of Ottawa LL.B. and — in University of Western Ontario B.A..
Law school and academic background
Ian completed — in University of Ottawa LL.B. and — in University of Western Ontario B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ian runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ian G. MacPhee
Ian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Ian's professional memberships and bar associations
The Law Society of Upper Canada United States Trademark Association Patent and Trademark Institute of Canada
membership
Locations
Ian G. MacPhee's office in Montreal
Ian's primary office is at 1250 René-Lévesque Boulevard, West, Suite 1400, Montreal, QC, H3B 5E9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lapointe Rosenstein
1250 René-Lévesque Boulevard, West, Suite 1400
Montreal, QC H3B 5E9
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Client reviews of Ian G. MacPhee — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Ian G. MacPhee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ian'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; Ian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Ian
Ian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Ian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ian G. MacPhee
How much does it cost to hire Ian for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ian offer a free consultation?
Ian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ian's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Ian's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in this state typically take?
Simple ip 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. Ian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ian take my case if I'm outside the area?
Ian evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ian'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 Ian?
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. Ian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ian accepting new ip clients right now?
Ian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.