Paul Fitzgerald, M&A Attorney in the United States
focused on M&A and Securities
Dedicated m&a attorney.
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Paul Fitzgerald is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- M&A · Securities
- Handles M&A and Securities matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
About Paul Fitzgerald: Paul Fitzgerald is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities.
Areas of practice
Paul's practice areas in the U.S.
Paul concentrates on m&a and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
M&A cases nationwide
Paul takes m&a 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Securities cases nationwide
Paul takes securities 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Paul Fitzgerald, m&a attorney serving the U.S.
Paul Fitzgerald is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities. Paul works from the U.S. and takes on m&a matters across the region.
Mr. Fitzgerald is a leading practitioner in the areas of mergers and acquisitions and securities law with significant experience in a wide range of both public and private transactions, including public offerings, private placements, negotiated transactions, hostile take-over bids, shareholder activism and complex corporate reorganizations. Mr. Fitzgerald has extensive experience with large, multijurisdictional transactions and provides advice to boards of directors and their committees, often in the context of transformative events. Mr. Fitzgerald also provides advice to public companies on their disclosure, corporate governance and other corporate and securities law obligations.
Mr. Fitzgerald is co-chair of our corporate finance and securities team.
Working with Paul on a m&a matter
Mr. Fitzgerald is a leading practitioner in the areas of mergers and acquisitions and securities law with significant experience in a wide range of both public and private transactions, including public offerings, private placements, negotiated transactions, hostile take-over bids, shareholder activism and complex corporate reorganizations. Mr. Fitzgerald has extensive experience with large,…
Who Paul represents
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for m&a and securities matters in the United States.
Recognition
Paul's legal honors and published work
Paul has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law (2026).
Locations
Paul Fitzgerald's office in Toronto
Paul's primary office is at 222 Bay Street, Suite 3000, 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 Paul Fitzgerald — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new m&a attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a m&a attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many m&a 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 Paul
Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in m&a practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every m&a 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many m&a practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Paul Fitzgerald
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a m&a case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some m&a attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.
How long do m&a cases in this state typically take?
Simple m&a 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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside the area?
Paul evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Paul'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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new m&a clients right now?
Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.