Nathan Gates, Business Attorney in the United States
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Nathan Gates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business.
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- Toronto, ONTARIO
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- Business
- Handles Business matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026).
About Nathan Gates: Nathan Gates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Nathan Gates
Nathan concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Nathan 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 Nathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Nathan Gates — Attorney of the U.S. business experience
Nathan Gates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Business.
Nathan Gates is a partner in Fasken’s Banking and Finance Group.
Nathan primarily acts on behalf of banks, private lenders and other financial institutions, as well corporate borrowers operating in a variety of industries. Nathan has extensive experience with a broad range of financial transactions, including first and second lien credit facilities, acquisition financings, intercreditor arrangements and refinancings in relation to complex syndicated, bilateral and cross-border debt financings. Nathan is also frequently engaged to represent large syndicates in relation to mine financings throughout the Americas and Africa. Raised and educated on the East Coast of Canada, Nathan is known for his straightforward, practical and solution-oriented approach to his banking practice.
Working with Nathan on a business matter
Nathan Gates is a partner in Fasken’s Banking and Finance Group. Nathan primarily acts on behalf of banks, private lenders and other financial institutions, as well corporate borrowers operating in a variety of industries. Nathan has extensive experience with a broad range of financial transactions, including first and second lien credit facilities, acquisition financings, intercreditor…
Clients Nathan works with
Nathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Nathan Gates
Nathan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026).
Locations
Nathan Gates's office in Toronto
Nathan's primary office is at 333 Bay Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nathan Gates — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan'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; Nathan 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 Nathan
Nathan 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. Nathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nathan'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 Nathan Gates
How much does it cost to hire Nathan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nathan offer a free consultation?
Nathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nathan'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. Nathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nathan take my case if I'm outside the area?
Nathan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Nathan'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 Nathan?
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. Nathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nathan accepting new business clients right now?
Nathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.