Biography

Ian Sutherland, M.A., J.D.

I obtained my Masters Degree from the University of Toronto in 1978. I then attended Osgoode Hall Law School, from which I graduated in 1981. I was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 1983.

My legal practice began in Parkdale where I worked for the much loved William Johnston until 1986. At that time I set up my own practice in Bloor West Village, where I have been ever since.

I have five adult children who were all raised on Durie Street and went to local schools. I take joy in the fact that they all live in Toronto, they are fine people and most are within a mile of my home. I am a family oriented person.

In earlier years my practice included Criminal Law and Civil Litigation. But I no longer practice in those areas.

I principally provide legal services required by families and small businesses. The following are my main areas of practice:

Preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney.

Estate Administration.

Real Estate Transactions.

Business purchase and sale transactions.

Corporate and Commercial law.

Negotiated family law settlements in which I encourage my clients to be fair.

Apart from my legal practice I am the author of a series of three children’s books that I believe express my philosophy: “Grumps and Sweeties”, “The Book for Very Special Days” and “The Happy Camper’s Field Guide”. These were co-created with my son, Toby.
Further information about the books is available here: my children's books