Jill Macgillivray, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Entertainment
AssociateatDentons Canada LLP
Practicing business since 2011.
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Jill Macgillivray is an associate based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business and Entertainment. Jill has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Business · Entertainment
- Handles Business and Entertainment matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jill Macgillivray: Jill Macgillivray is an associate based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business and Entertainment. Jill has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jill Macgillivray
Jill concentrates on business and entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jill handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Jill 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 Jill agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases nationwide
Jill takes entertainment 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 Jill agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jill Macgillivray — Over 15 years of the U.S. business experience
Jill Macgillivray is an associate based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business and Entertainment. Jill has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Jill Macgillivray is a lawyer practicing banking and finance, corporate, media, entertainment and sports. Jill received a degree from University of British Columbia, and has been licensed for 15 years. Jill practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with Jill on a business matter
Jill Macgillivray is a lawyer practicing banking and finance, corporate, media, entertainment and sports. Jill received a degree from University of British Columbia, and has been licensed for 15 years. Jill practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who Jill represents
Jill reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and entertainment matters in the United States.
Credentials
Jill Macgillivray's legal education and bar admissions
University of British Columbia B.H.K University of British Columbia LLB York University The Osgoode Certification in Entertainment Law
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Jurisdictions
Jill's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2011 · ACTIVE
Jill studied at — in University of British Columbia B.H.K University of British Columbia LLB York University The Osgoode Certification in Entertainment Law.
Law school and academic background
Jill completed — in University of British Columbia B.H.K University of British Columbia LLB York University The Osgoode Certification in Entertainment Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jill runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jill's professional memberships and bar associations
Activities and Affiliations •Chair, Banking Law Section, B
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Branch, Canadian Bar Association •Member, Association of Women in Finance •Member, Banking Law and Business Law Sections, B
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Locations
Jill Macgillivray's office in Toronto
Jill's primary office is at Toronto-Dominion Centre, 77 King Street West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON, M5K 0A1. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons Canada LLP
Toronto-Dominion Centre, 77 King Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5K 0A1
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How to hire Jill Macgillivray — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jill usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jill charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jill'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; Jill 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 Jill
Jill 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. Jill confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jill'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 Jill Macgillivray
How much does it cost to hire Jill for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jill walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jill offer a free consultation?
Jill charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jill's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jill'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. Jill gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jill take my case if I'm outside the area?
Jill evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Jill'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 Jill?
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. Jill will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jill accepting new business clients right now?
Jill's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.