Vaughn MacLellan, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A
PartneratDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Practicing business since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Vaughn MacLellan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Vaughn has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Business · General · M&A
- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Vaughn MacLellan: Vaughn MacLellan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Vaughn has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Vaughn MacLellan
Vaughn concentrates on business, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vaughn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Vaughn 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 Vaughn agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Vaughn 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 Vaughn agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Vaughn 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 Vaughn agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Vaughn MacLellan — Over 27 years of the U.S. business experience
Vaughn MacLellan is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Vaughn has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP.
Vaughn MacLellan is a lawyer practicing securities and corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and 1 other area of law. Vaughn received a degree from Dalhousie University in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years. Vaughn practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Toronto, ON.
Working with Vaughn on a business matter
Vaughn MacLellan is a lawyer practicing securities and corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and 1 other area of law. Vaughn received a degree from Dalhousie University in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years. Vaughn practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Toronto, ON.
Clients Vaughn works with
Vaughn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in the United States.
Credentials
Vaughn MacLellan's legal education and bar admissions
London School of Economics and Political Science
LL.M. University · 1996
Dalhousie University
B.Comm. Osgoode · 1990
Jurisdictions
Vaughn's state bar admissions
Ontario
1999 · ACTIVE
Vaughn studied at LL.M. University in London School of Economics and Political Science and B.Comm. Osgoode in Dalhousie University.
Law school and academic background
Vaughn completed LL.M. University in London School of Economics and Political Science and B.Comm. Osgoode in Dalhousie University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Vaughn runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Vaughn's professional memberships and bar associations
MEMBERSHIPS •Law Society of Upper Canada •Director, Hinterland Metals Inc
membership
•Member, National and Local (Ontario) Advisory Committees, TSX Venture Exchange •Member, Exempt Market Advisory Committee, Ontario Securities Commission
membership
Locations
Vaughn MacLellan's office in Toronto
Vaughn's primary office is at 60th Floor, First Canadian Place, Suite 6000, 100 King Street West, Toronto, ON, M5X 1E2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
60th Floor, First Canadian Place, Suite 6000, 100 King Street West
Toronto, ON M5X 1E2
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How to hire Vaughn MacLellan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Vaughn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Vaughn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vaughn'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; Vaughn 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 Vaughn
Vaughn 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. Vaughn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Vaughn'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 Vaughn MacLellan
How much does it cost to hire Vaughn for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Vaughn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Vaughn offer a free consultation?
Vaughn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vaughn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Vaughn'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. Vaughn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Vaughn take my case if I'm outside the area?
Vaughn evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Vaughn'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 Vaughn?
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. Vaughn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Vaughn accepting new business clients right now?
Vaughn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.