Richard Macklin, Government Attorney in the United States
Over 33 years of legal practice
Practicing government since 1993.
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Richard Macklin is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Government. Richard has over 33 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Government
- Handles Government matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026).
About Richard Macklin: Richard Macklin is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Government. Richard has over 33 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Richard Macklin
Richard concentrates on government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases nationwide
Richard takes government 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Richard Macklin — Over 33 years of the U.S. government experience
Richard Macklin is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Government. Richard has over 33 years of legal experience.
Richard was called to the Bar in 1993, and has extensive experience in a broad range of litigation cases including; contract, shareholders, real estate, condominium, employment, construction, defamation and other disputes. Richard has also developed considerable experience in government litigation including: coroner’s inquests, licencing, general administrative, Indigenous and constitutional law. In addition to extensive trial experience, Richard appears regularly in appeal courts and has acted on numerous landmark cases at the Supreme Court of Canada and Court of Appeal for Ontario. Richard graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School.
Richard has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 15th and 16th Editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada.
His wide-ranging experience has also been recognized by the Law Society of Ontario who, in September 2009, granted Richard the designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation).
Richard was recently appointed to the ground-breaking panel of lawyers that will serve as Presiding Inquest Officers at Coroner’s Inquests.
Richard further acted in an adjudicative role for over 10 years as a Vice-Chair of a Provincial Appeal Tribunal and has acted as Independent Legal Counsel to various professional regulatory clients. Richard is also a frequent writer and presenter on legal issues, and currently serves as a skills instructor with the Advocates’ Society.
Richard’s current clients include “blue chip” real estate companies, publicly traded corporations, a Provincial Law Society and its insurer, and Indigenous Governing Agencies.
Richard's approach to government cases
Richard was called to the Bar in 1993, and has extensive experience in a broad range of litigation cases including; contract, shareholders, real estate, condominium, employment, construction, defamation and other disputes. Richard has also developed considerable experience in government litigation including: coroner’s inquests, licencing, general administrative, Indigenous and constitutional law.…
The kind of cases Richard takes
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government matters in the United States.
Credentials
Richard Macklin's legal education and bar admissions
Osgoode Hall Law School
LL.B. · 1991
University of Manitoba
— · 1986
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Ontario
1993 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in University of Manitoba.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in University of Manitoba. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Richard Macklin
Richard has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation) (2026).
Locations
Richard Macklin's office in Toronto
Richard's primary office is at 15 Toronto Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Richard Macklin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a government attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government 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 Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard Macklin
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a government case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in this state typically take?
Simple government 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside the area?
Richard evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Richard'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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new government clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.