Who We Are

We're not your typical law firm - we actually care about getting results without the stuffy corporate speak

Our Story So Far

Building something solid takes time. Here's how we got to where we are today.

2012 - The Beginning

Started with three partners and a shared vision - to build a firm that doesn't just bill hours but actually solves problems. We kicked things off in a small office with more ambition than furniture.

2015 - Major Expansion

Word got around that we weren't afraid to roll up our sleeves. Doubled our team and moved into the Bay Street offices. Started handling bigger M&A deals that really tested what we could do.

2018 - Recognition

Turns out people noticed. Won our first Best Corporate Law Firm award from Canadian Business Legal Review. Not gonna lie, that felt pretty good after years of grinding.

2021 - Digital Transformation

COVID forced everyone online, but we'd already been investing in tech. Launched our client portal and went fully digital - made things way smoother for everyone involved.

2026 - Today

We're 25 lawyers strong now, handling everything from startups raising their first round to multi-million dollar litigation. Still the same core values, just better at what we do.

What Drives Us

Look, every firm says they're client-focused. Here's what actually matters to us when we show up each day.

Real Solutions

We're not here to drag things out or rack up billable hours. Your problem gets fixed, period. That's the job.

Straight Talk

No legal jargon unless absolutely necessary. You'll know where you stand, what it'll cost, and what your options are - in plain English.

Integrity First

We've turned down cases that didn't pass the smell test. Your reputation matters, and so does ours. We only take on what we believe in.

Think Ahead

Good lawyers fix today's mess. Great ones help you avoid tomorrow's. We're always thinking three steps ahead for your business.

Meet The Team

The people who actually do the work. No suits sitting in corner offices - everyone here gets their hands dirty.

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Managing Partner

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Sarah Chen

Credentials: JD (Osgoode), MBA (Rotman), Called to Bar 2008

Focus: M&A, Corporate Governance

Led over 150 M&A transactions worth $2B+. Former in-house counsel at tech startup that went public. Knows business inside and out.

Marcus Thompson

Marcus Thompson

Litigation Partner

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Marcus Thompson

Credentials: JD (UofT), LLM (Harvard), Called to Bar 2010

Focus: Commercial Litigation, Dispute Resolution

90% win rate in commercial disputes. Doesn't settle unless it's the smart move. Former Crown prosecutor who switched sides.

Jennifer Park

Jennifer Park

IP & Technology Partner

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Jennifer Park

Credentials: JD (McGill), BEng Computer Science, Called to Bar 2011

Focus: IP Protection, Tech Contracts

Engineered software before law school. Protected hundreds of patents and trademarks. Actually understands the tech she's defending.

David Okonkwo

David Okonkwo

Employment Law Partner

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David Okonkwo

Credentials: JD (Western), CHRP, Called to Bar 2013

Focus: Employment Law, HR Compliance

Helps companies avoid wrongful dismissal nightmares. Also represents executives in negotiations. Sees both sides which makes him deadly effective.

Rebecca Laflamme

Rebecca Laflamme

Corporate Counsel

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Rebecca Laflamme

Credentials: JD (Ottawa), Bilingual, Called to Bar 2015

Focus: Contract Law, Regulatory Compliance

Drafted over 1000 commercial contracts. Fluent in French and English - handles cross-border deals like a pro. Detail-oriented doesn't begin to cover it.

Alex Nguyen

Alex Nguyen

Associate - Corporate

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Alex Nguyen

Credentials: JD (UBC), BCom Finance, Called to Bar 2020

Focus: Corporate Finance, Startup Advisory

Youngest on the team but brings serious startup experience. Understands venture capital and equity structures. Your go-to for emerging companies.

Recognition & Awards

Nice to be noticed, but we're more proud of the results we get for clients. Still, these don't hurt.

Best Corporate Law Firm

Canadian Business Legal Review

2018, 2021, 2024

Top Litigation Firm

Ontario Bar Association

2020, 2023

M&A Deal of the Year

Lexpert Magazine

2022

Client Choice Award

International Law Office

2023, 2025

Fastest Growing Law Firm

Toronto Business Journal

2019

Top Workplace

Great Place to Work Canada

2021, 2024

Innovation in Legal Tech

Canadian Lawyer Awards

2022

What We Actually Do

Here's the breakdown of our practice areas with some real examples of how we've helped clients navigate tricky situations.

Keeping companies on the right side of regulations while still being able to move fast. We draft bylaws, handle board matters, and make sure you're compliant without drowning in red tape.

Case Highlight:

Helped a mid-sized manufacturing company restructure their entire governance framework when they were prepping for acquisition. Identified compliance gaps that would've killed the deal, fixed them in 6 weeks. Deal closed at premium valuation.

M&A is where things get real. We handle everything from due diligence to closing, whether you're buying, selling, or merging. Our job is making sure you don't get burned on the details.

Case Highlight:

Represented a tech startup through acquisition by major US corp. Found buried IP issues during diligence that would've tanked value by 40%. Negotiated holdback structure that protected our client. They walked away with full purchase price.

When negotiations fail and you need to lawyer up for real. We handle breach of contract, shareholder disputes, partnership breakdowns - basically any business fight worth having. We're not afraid of the courtroom but we're smart enough to settle when it makes sense.

Case Highlight:

Defended a client in $5M breach of contract claim. Opposing counsel was aggressive, media was involved, whole nine yards. We countersued, found evidence of fraud, and flipped the script. Case settled with them paying our client $1.2M.

Good contracts prevent litigation. We draft and negotiate commercial agreements, supplier contracts, partnership deals - anything where you need iron-clad terms that actually protect you.

Case Highlight:

Client was about to sign a 10-year supply agreement with terrible termination clauses. We caught it, renegotiated terms, and added performance benchmarks. Two years later when supplier couldn't deliver, client walked away clean - saved them from bankruptcy.

Your IP is often your most valuable asset. We handle patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Also deal with licensing agreements and IP disputes when someone's stepping on your turf.

Case Highlight:

Software company discovered former employee started competing business using their code. We moved fast - got injunction within 72 hours, froze their operations, and negotiated settlement that included IP transfer and non-compete. Problem eliminated.

Employment law is a minefield. We help companies with hiring practices, employment contracts, terminations, workplace investigations, and everything in between. Also represent execs in negotiations and departures.

Case Highlight:

Company needed to let go underperforming VP but had weak documentation. We built proper performance improvement plan, documented everything by the book, and structured exit package that avoided litigation. VP signed release, no lawsuit, everyone moved on.

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Ready To Work Together?

We're not taking on every case that walks through the door - we're selective because we want to do great work, not just a lot of work. But if you've got a real business challenge and need lawyers who'll actually care about solving it, let's talk.

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