John Pirie, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation
Practicing business since 1998.
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John Pirie is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. John has over 28 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026).
About John Pirie: John Pirie is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. John has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters John takes on
John concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
John takes litigation 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet John Pirie — business lawyer in the U.S.
John Pirie is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. John has over 28 years of legal experience.
John Pirie leads the Firm's Litigation and Government Enforcement Group in Canada. He acts for clients in complex business disputes and white collar matters.
John is widely recognized as a leading trial, arbitration and appellate lawyer. He is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation, and ranked by Chambers as a leading individual in both the Corporate Litigation and White Collar categories. Clients interviewed by Chambers have said: "John Pirie has a sterling reputation in the legal community and is regarded as a powerful litigator" and "He is a recognized expert when it comes to handling cases involving allegations of corporate fraud or corruption."
John has a long record of success acting for a range of clients. He has acted for corporations, banks, officers and directors, a securities regulator, a stock exchange, investors, public officials, members of the judiciary and a variety of professionals.
Practice FocusJohn is recognized as one of the top litigators in Canada. John has acted on an array of high profile commercial disputes including a case in the Supreme Court of Canada ranked by Lexpert Magazine as Canada's #1 annual business decision. John has also appeared as counsel in a number of the country's leading corporate and civil fraud cases. John has been recognized by Chambers, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation and in L'Expert's Annual Guide to the Leading Canada/US Cross-Border Litigation Lawyers. He has previously been named one of Lexpert's Rising Stars, a "Top 40" award that recognizes Canadian lawyers with an outstanding record of success. In 2020, John was inducted as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America.
John has been a moot court judge in Osgoode Hall Law School's Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, and he has been an instructor carrying out the National Institute of Trial Advocacy's training programs. John has also appeared repeatedly as a lecturer in Osgoode's Graduate Civil Litigation Program.
How John handles business matters
Biography John Pirie leads the Firm's Litigation and Government Enforcement Group in Canada. He acts for clients in complex business disputes and white collar matters. John is widely recognized as a leading trial, arbitration and appellate lawyer. He is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation, and ranked by Chambers as a leading individual in both the Corporate…
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall Law School
LLB · 1995
University of Western Ontario
BA Political Science · 1992
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Ontario
1998 · ACTIVE
John studied at LLB in Osgoode Hall Law School and BA Political Science in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
John completed LLB in Osgoode Hall Law School and BA Political Science in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
John Pirie's office in Toronto
John's primary office is at 181 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire John Pirie — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John 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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John Pirie
How much does it cost to hire John for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside the area?
John evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside John'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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new business clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.