J. Aidan O'Neill, Entertainment Attorney in the United States
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Government
PartneratFasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Practicing entertainment since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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J. Aidan O'Neill is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. J. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
- Based in
- Ottawa, ON
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · Government
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Government matters from Ottawa, ON.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About J. Aidan O'Neill: J. Aidan O'Neill is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. J. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters J. takes on
J. concentrates on entertainment, general, government, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case J. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Government
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Entertainment cases nationwide
J. takes entertainment 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 J. agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
J. 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
J. 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 J. agrees to represent you.
IP cases nationwide
J. takes ip 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet J. Aidan O'Neill — entertainment lawyer in the U.S.
J. Aidan O'Neill is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. J. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
J. Aidan O'Neill is a lawyer practicing communications, technology and intellectual property, government relations and ethics and 2 other areas of law. J. Aidan received a B.A. degree from McGill University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years. J. Aidan practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Ottawa, ON.
How J. handles entertainment matters
J. Aidan O'Neill is a lawyer practicing communications, technology and intellectual property, government relations and ethics and 2 other areas of law. J. Aidan received a B.A. degree from McGill University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years. J. Aidan practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Ottawa, ON.
Who J. represents
J. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and government matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
B.C.L. McGill · 1981
McGill University
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
J.'s state bar admissions
Ontario
1985 · ACTIVE
Québec
1982 · ACTIVE
J. studied at B.C.L. McGill in McGill University and B.A. in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
J. completed B.C.L. McGill in McGill University and B.A. in McGill University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice J. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
J. Aidan O'Neill's office in Ottawa
J.'s primary office is at Suite 1300, 55 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 6L5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Suite 1300, 55 Metcalfe Street
Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5
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How to hire J. Aidan O'Neill — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with J. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
J. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'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; J. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 J.
J. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. J. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
J.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about J. Aidan O'Neill
How much does it cost to hire J. for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. J. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does J. offer a free consultation?
J. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'s office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check J.'s current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in this state typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. J. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can J. take my case if I'm outside the area?
J. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside J.'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 J.?
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. J. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is J. accepting new entertainment clients right now?
J.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.