Douglas Cannon, General Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on General and Tax · 4.6/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews
Partner; Practice Group Leader, TaxatMcCarthy Tétrault LLP
Practicing general since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 7 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Douglas Cannon is a partner; practice group leader, tax based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Tax. Douglas has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- General · Tax
- Handles General and Tax matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Douglas Cannon: Douglas Cannon is a partner; practice group leader, tax based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Tax. Douglas has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Douglas Cannon
Douglas concentrates on general and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Douglas Cannon — Over 45 years of the U.S. general experience
Douglas Cannon is a partner; practice group leader, tax based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on General and Tax. Douglas has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
Douglas Cannon is a lawyer practicing hospitality, tax, tax disputes and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a degree from McMaster University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years. Douglas practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
How Douglas handles general matters
Douglas Cannon is a lawyer practicing hospitality, tax, tax disputes and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a degree from McMaster University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years. Douglas practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Toronto, ON.
The kind of cases Douglas takes
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and tax matters in the United States.
Credentials
Douglas Cannon's legal education and bar admissions
University of Toronto
LL.B. Hons. · 1979
McMaster University
B.Comm. McMaster · 1976
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
Ontario
1981 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at LL.B. Hons. in University of Toronto and B.Comm. McMaster in McMaster University.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed LL.B. Hons. in University of Toronto and B.Comm. McMaster in McMaster University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Douglas Cannon
Douglas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Douglas Cannon's office in Toronto
Douglas's primary office is at Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street, Toronto, ON, M5K 1E6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, 66 Wellington Street
Toronto, ON M5K 1E6
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Client reviews of Douglas Cannon — 4.6/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in your area.
4.6
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How to hire Douglas Cannon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Cannon
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside the area?
Douglas evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Douglas'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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new general clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.