M. Gordon Hearn, Aviation Attorney in the United States
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, General, and Insurance
MemberatFernandes Hearn LLP
Practicing aviation since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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M. Gordon Hearn is a member based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Aviation, General, and Insurance. M. has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fernandes Hearn LLP.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Aviation · General · Insurance
- Handles Aviation, General, and Insurance matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About M. Gordon Hearn: M. Gordon Hearn is a member based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Aviation, General, and Insurance. M. has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fernandes Hearn LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by M. Gordon Hearn
M. concentrates on aviation, general, insurance, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case M. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation
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General
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Insurance
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Maritime
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Aviation cases nationwide
M. takes aviation 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 M. agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
M. 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 M. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
M. takes insurance 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 M. agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases nationwide
M. takes maritime 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 M. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About M. Gordon Hearn — Over 39 years of the U.S. aviation experience
M. Gordon Hearn is a member based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Aviation, General, and Insurance. M. has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fernandes Hearn LLP.
M. Gordon Hearn is a lawyer practicing admiralty, aviation, railroad and 2 other areas of law. M. Gordon received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. M. Gordon practices at Fernandes Hearn LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with M. on a aviation matter
M. Gordon Hearn is a lawyer practicing admiralty, aviation, railroad and 2 other areas of law. M. Gordon received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. M. Gordon practices at Fernandes Hearn LLP in Toronto, ON.
Who M. represents
M. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, general, and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
M. Gordon Hearn's legal education and bar admissions
University of Windsor
LL.B. · 1985
University of Western Ontario
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
M.'s state bar admissions
Ontario
1987 · ACTIVE
M. studied at LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
M. completed LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice M. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
M.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Marine Club Canadian Maritime Law Association Association of Average Adjusters
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Locations
M. Gordon Hearn's office in Toronto
M.'s primary office is at 155 University Ave., Ste. 700, Toronto, ON, M5H 3B7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire M. Gordon Hearn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with M. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
M. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'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; M. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 M.
M. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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. M. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
M.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about M. Gordon Hearn
How much does it cost to hire M. for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. M. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does M. offer a free consultation?
M. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'s office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check M.'s current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in this state typically take?
Simple aviation 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. M. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can M. take my case if I'm outside the area?
M. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside M.'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 M.?
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. M. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is M. accepting new aviation clients right now?
M.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.