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Paul Gibney is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Tax.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Tax
- Handles Tax matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
About Paul Gibney: Paul Gibney is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Tax.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Paul Gibney
Paul concentrates on tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases nationwide
Paul takes tax 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
About Paul Gibney — Attorney of the U.S. tax experience
Paul Gibney is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Tax.
Paul Gibney is a partner and practices in the Toronto office of Thorsteinssons LLP.
Paul’s practice focuses on personal, corporate and trust planning for high net worth individuals, family offices, executives, owner-managers and their businesses, both domestic and international, including: corporate reorganizations; estate planning; purchases and sales of businesses; immigration and emigration; non-profit organizations and charities. Paul also represents taxpayers in their dealings with the CRA in the context of audits, appeals and voluntary disclosures.
Paul served as Policy Advisor to the Minister of National Revenue in Ottawa in 1996 and 1997. In that capacity, Paul developed significant contacts within the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”). He is a former member of the Toronto Centre TSO CRA & Professional Consultation Group. He is also a former member of the CRA’s Scientific Research & Experimental Development (“SR&ED) Advisory Committee, its International Tax Advisory Committee and its SR&ED Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee.
EDUCATION
- B.Comm, University of British Columbia
- LL.B, University of Toronto
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES & MEMBERSHIPS
- Contributing Editor, Federated Press Personal Tax and Estate Planning Journal
- Member, Canadian Tax Foundation
- Member, International Fiscal Association
- Member, Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners
- Member, CBA Tax Subsection
Paul's approach to tax cases
Paul Gibney is a partner and practices in the Toronto office of Thorsteinssons LLP. Paul’s practice focuses on personal, corporate and trust planning for high net worth individuals, family offices, executives, owner-managers and their businesses, both domestic and international, including: corporate reorganizations; estate planning; purchases and sales of businesses; immigration and emigration;…
The kind of cases Paul takes
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Paul Gibney
Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
Locations
Paul Gibney's office in Toronto
Paul'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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How to hire Paul Gibney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax 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 tax attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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 tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Paul Gibney
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a tax 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 tax attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in this state typically take?
Simple tax 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 tax clients right now?
Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.