Ian Mathany, General Attorney in the United States
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on General, Government, and Real Estate
Practicing general since 2009.
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Ian Mathany is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Ian has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mathany & Higgs Law.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- General · Government · Real Estate
- Handles General, Government, and Real Estate matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026).
About Ian Mathany: Ian Mathany is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Ian has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mathany & Higgs Law.
Areas of practice
Ian's practice areas in the U.S.
Ian concentrates on general, government, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Real Estate
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General cases nationwide
Ian 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 Ian agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Ian takes government 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.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Ian takes real estate 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
Ian Mathany, general attorney serving the U.S.
Ian Mathany is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Ian has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mathany & Higgs Law. Ian works from the U.S. and takes on general matters across the region.
Ian Mathany was a partner at one of the largest law firms in Canada prior to starting Mathany & Higgs Law with Christel Higgs in 2018. Ian’s practice is focused on real property litigation with an emphasis on expropriation law. Ian appears frequently at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal and at the Board of Negotiation in expropriation cases and has significant experience assisting public sector clients, including transit authorities, local and upper tier municipalities, and private sector clients, including pension funds, corporations, small businesses, developers and homeowners.
Ian's approach to general cases
Ian Mathany was a partner at one of the largest law firms in Canada prior to starting Mathany & Higgs Law with Christel Higgs in 2018. Ian’s practice is focused on real property litigation with an emphasis on expropriation law. Ian appears frequently at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal and at the Board of Negotiation in expropriation cases and has significant experience assisting public sector…
The kind of cases Ian takes
Ian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, government, and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ian studied and practices
Queen’s University
JD · 2008
University of Toronto
BA (Hons) · 2005
Jurisdictions
Ian's state bar admissions
Ontario
2009 · ACTIVE
Ian studied at JD in Queen’s University and BA (Hons) in University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Ian completed JD in Queen’s University and BA (Hons) in University of Toronto. 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
Ian's legal honors and published work
Ian has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Expropriation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Expropriation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Ian Mathany in the U.S.
Ian's primary office is at Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Ian Mathany
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Ian Mathany — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 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 Ian
Ian 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. 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ian Mathany
How much does it cost to hire Ian for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Ian'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. 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 general clients right now?
Ian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.