"Honestly wasn't expecting to find a legal team that actually gets tech companies. They helped us navigate GDPR compliance without the usual headaches. Worth every penny."
"We were about to sign a partnership deal that would've been a disaster. Their team caught stuff our previous lawyer missed completely. They saved us from what could've been a really expensive mistake."
"Finally, lawyers who explain things in plain English. They handled our M&A process smoothly and kept us informed every step of the way. Can't recommend them enough."
We've broken down our services into the areas where we spend most of our time helping clients. Each one's got its own quirks, but they all come down to making sure your business stays on the right side of the law while actually growing.
Starting a business or restructuring? We'll walk you through incorporation, partnership agreements, and board governance. Done this hundreds of times - we know what works and what doesn't.
Your IP is probably your biggest asset. We handle patents, trademarks, copyright protection, and licensing deals. Plus all the tech-specific legal stuff that comes with software and digital products.
Contracts are where the rubber meets the road. We draft 'em, review 'em, and negotiate 'em - making sure you're covered but not tying your hands with overly rigid terms.
GDPR, PIPEDA, CCPA - yeah, it's alphabet soup out there. We help you figure out what actually applies to your business and set up systems that keep you compliant without killing your workflow.
Buying or selling a company? It's complicated, but we've guided plenty of deals from initial discussions to closing. We do the due diligence, structure the deal, and handle all the paperwork.
From hiring your first employee to dealing with complex workplace issues, we've got you covered. Employment contracts, policies, terminations - all the stuff that keeps you out of trouble.
Look, every firm says they do everything. We're gonna be straight with you - these are the areas where we've put in the most work and gotten the best results for our clients. It's what we're known for around Toronto.
Here's the thing - tech moves fast, and most law firms are still operating like it's 2005. We've worked with enough startups and scale-ups to know that you need legal advice that keeps pace with your development cycles, not slows them down.
Whether you're dealing with SaaS agreements, API licensing, open source compliance, or just trying to figure out what jurisdictions your privacy policy needs to cover - we've been there. Multiple times. We get that your go-to-market strategy can't wait three weeks for a contract review.
Corporate governance sounds boring until you realize it's literally the foundation your entire business sits on. We've seen companies run into serious problems because they skipped steps during formation or didn't set up proper shareholder agreements.
It's not just about filing paperwork - it's about structuring things so that when you grow, when partners disagree, or when you need to bring in investors, everything's already in place. We help you avoid the headaches by doing it right from day one.
Privacy law is a mess right now - not gonna sugarcoat it. Between PIPEDA in Canada, GDPR for your European customers, and various state laws in the US, figuring out what you actually need to do can feel impossible.
We cut through the confusion. We'll figure out what regulations actually apply to your business (hint: it's probably fewer than you think), help you set up compliant processes, and create policies that satisfy regulators without requiring a PhD to understand.
We've reviewed a lot of contracts over the years - some good, many terrible. The worst ones are either so vague they're useless or so rigid they strangle the business relationship. Good contracts protect you while still allowing both parties to, you know, actually work together.
Whether you need a custom agreement drafted from scratch or want us to review something before you sign, we focus on practical terms that reflect how business actually gets done. No 47-page documents full of Latin phrases that nobody understands.
Alright, so there's no shortage of law firms in Toronto. Here's what makes us different - and yeah, we know everyone says they're different, but hear us out.
No legal jargon unless absolutely necessary. If we can't explain something in plain English, we probably don't understand it well enough ourselves. You'll always know what's happening with your matter and why.
Need something done yesterday? We get it - business doesn't wait. We're set up to turn things around quickly when needed, without sacrificing quality. And if there's time to be thorough, we'll use it.
You'll know upfront what things cost - no surprise bills showing up months later. For a lot of routine work, we offer flat fees. When that doesn't make sense, we'll estimate the range and keep you posted.
We use modern tools for document collaboration, secure file sharing, and project management. No faxing documents or waiting for courier deliveries (seriously, some firms still do this).
We're not just here to spot legal risks - we get that you're trying to run a business. Our advice considers both legal protection and practical business needs. Sometimes the "safest" legal answer isn't the best business decision, and we'll tell you that.
Our team brings together years of experience from big firms, in-house roles, and running our own practices. We've seen what works and what doesn't.
Top-rated by clients and peers in corporate and tech law
Built on relationships and repeat business, not one-off transactions
These are the folks you'll actually be working with - not some junior associate you've never met. Everyone here has significant experience and can actually make decisions without running upstairs for approval.
We work with clients across different sectors, but we've developed particular expertise in these areas. If you're in one of these industries, we probably already know the common legal challenges you're facing.
We work with a ton of software companies - from early-stage startups to established SaaS businesses. Whether it's licensing models, API terms, or handling customer data properly, we've dealt with it before.
App stores have their own legal requirements, plus you've got user data, in-app purchases, and platform compliance to deal with. We help app developers navigate all of it without slowing down your release schedule.
Financial services come with extra regulatory complexity. We work with fintech companies, payment processors, and financial advisors to stay compliant while still being able to innovate.
Health data is heavily regulated, and for good reason. We help digital health companies, telemedicine platforms, and healthcare providers meet their compliance obligations.
Selling online involves contracts, consumer protection laws, and managing customer data. Plus if you're selling across borders, there's a whole extra layer of complexity we help you handle.
Consultants, agencies, and professional service firms need solid contracts and clear terms of engagement. We help you protect your IP while building sustainable client relationships.
No complicated intake processes or endless back-and-forth. Here's what working with us typically looks like - though we adjust based on what you need.
Give us a call or shoot us an email. We'll have a quick chat to understand what you need and whether we're a good fit. No charge for this - it's just a conversation. If we're not the right firm for your situation, we'll tell you and probably point you in the right direction.
We'll outline what needs to happen and give you clear pricing - either a flat fee or an estimated range if the scope isn't totally clear yet. You'll know what you're signing up for before we start any work. If things change along the way, we'll let you know.
Once you're ready to move forward, we'll get you set up in our system and start working. We use secure online tools for sharing documents and tracking progress, so you can always see where things stand. And yeah, we respond to emails pretty quickly.
We'll keep you posted on what's happening. For bigger projects, we'll schedule check-ins. For smaller stuff, you'll just hear from us when there's something to discuss or when we're done. You'll never be left wondering what's going on.
Before we finalize anything, you'll have a chance to review it and ask questions. We'll make sure you actually understand what everything means - this isn't a situation where we just throw a document at you and disappear.
Once the work's done, we'll send over final documents and invoices. But we don't just disappear - if questions come up later or you need help with something related, just reach out. Many of our clients start with one project and end up working with us long-term.
Occasionally we write about legal developments, cases we've handled (anonymized obviously), or just stuff we think businesses should know about. Here's what we've been thinking about lately.
We've seen businesses lose serious money over preventable contract issues. Here are five things we catch all the time that most people don't think about until it's too late.
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A bunch of privacy regulations got updated this year. Here's what actually matters for Canadian businesses and what you can probably ignore.
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Beyond just filing paperwork, here's what you should actually think about when incorporating. Some of this might surprise you.
Read MoreThese come up pretty much every week, so figured we'd answer them here. If your question isn't covered, just reach out.
Whether you've got a specific legal issue or just want to chat about your situation, we're here. Initial conversations are free - no pressure, no sales pitch, just a straight talk about whether we can help.