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OUR WAY OF DOING BUSINESS. We are committed to delivering superior legal services exemplified by:
AS OUR CLIENT YOU CAN EXPECT:
THERE IS ANOTHER KIND OF LAW FIRM. CALL US. For more information on our firm, please contact any of our lawyers |
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DAVID N. BLEIWAS - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1999 Areas of Practice: Franchising and Licensing, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Real Estate "Pay close attention; don't anticipate or second guess; listen to your client's every word. Those are my golden rules. No one is closer to the issue, no one can better describe it or express the emotion of an issue. Complete understanding is essential for me to see all sides." "I see it as my responsibility to be a rational, realistic voice, to weigh the consequences and ramifications of an action. Winning at any cost; no. Finding a solution in my client's best interest; yes." |
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| PARTNER | Commercial Litigation. Called to the Ontario Bar - 1999 |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, Toronto, 1997 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Psychology), York University - 1994 |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 1999- Present Canadian Bar Association The Advocates' Society B'nai Brith Sports Leagues YCBHL |
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WES BROWN - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1980 Areas of Practice: Banking and Corporate Finance, Corporate and Commercial, Estate and Succession Planning "My first priority is to invest sufficient time to learn and understand your business, your industry, as well as your strengths and weaknesses and the approaches to issues and problems with which you are comfortable. This gives me the important ability to see and analyze things from your perspective." "Lawyers who regularly obtain superior results are able to use their skills, legal knowledge and full understanding of their client to tailor advice and documents precisely to the needs of their client. Each client is unique; cookie cutter solutions just won't do." BIO: |
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| FOUNDING PARTNER | Corporate / Commercial law with experience in all aspects of business law including major transactions and agreements, general counsel and advice, and in Estate and Succession Planning. Called to the Ontario Bar - 1980 |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) University of Toronto, 1978 Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) University of Toronto, 1975 |
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| ARTICLES | Doing Business in Ontario and Canada Series – The Choice of Jurisdiction of Incorporation
The Business Case For Having a Good Will Re-Hiring Former Employees – Potential Hidden Costs Doing Business in Ont and Canada Series… Legal Obligation to Protect Personal Information in Canada The Estate Trustee’s Job Description Shareholder Benefits: Certain Legal and Accounting Fees The Lender’s Use and Disclosure of the Borrower’s (and Guarantors’) Personal Information |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 1980- Present Member, Canadian Tax Foundation Member, Canadian Bar Association Honorary Director, a former Director (1995-2001) and one of the Founding Members of the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation of Canada Formerly a Director of Community Head Injury Resource Services of Toronto, 1982-2003 |
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LIBBY BURNHAM, C.M.; Q.C., DCL - CALLED TO THE BAR (NEW BRUNSWICK) 1963, (ONTARIO) 1992 APPOINTED QUEEN’S COUNSEL (CANADA) 1992 Areas of Practice: Government Relations, Corporate and Commercial Skilled political organizer, advisor, mentor, strategist and fund raiser for provincial and national party leaders, mayors, members of parliament, she is a nationally known political figure, frequently providing comment on public issues. With a profound understanding of the corridors of power, she has used her personality, reputation and influence to boost the presence of women in corporate boardrooms, professional organizations and in government and public life. With her political passion and concern for the betterment of society she has an outstanding track record for advocacy and community service. A truly renaissance person. |
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| EDUCATIONS | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, 1963 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) |
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| HONOURS | Member of The Order of Canada 2007
The Libby Burnham Urban HealthResearch Award, established by the Wellesley Central Health Corporation 2005 Honourary Life Director, The Canadian Club of Toronto, 2002 Queen’s Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal, 2002 Prestigious Weldon Award for Unselfish Public Service, Dalhousie Law School 2001 Honourary Doctor of Civil Laws, Acadia University 2000 Metropolitan Toronto’s YWCA Women of Distinction Award, Public Affairs, 1996 Appointed a Federal Queen’s Counsel, 1992 |
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| DIRECTORSHIPS | Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, 2005, Trustee, Chair of Nominating and Governance; Member, Executive Committee, 2007
Minacs Worldwide Inc., Member, Audit and Human Resources Committees and Chair Governance, June 2004, Vice-Chair and Head Independent Director, August 2005 – 2006. (I Channel) Chair, 1999 -2005 Breakout Education Network, 2001 – 2007 Advisory Council, Huntsman Marine Science Centre, 1998 – 2006 Acadia University National Campaign Funds, 1984, 1997, 2001 Life Network Channel, 1992 – 1999 Trillium Growth Capital Inc. 1994 – 1999 The Canadian Club of Toronto 1993 -1999, President, 1995 – 1996 Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Foundation 1992 – 2003 The Wellesley Central Hospital 1990 – 1999; Chair, 1997 – 1999 |
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| PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS | Appointed Board of ECHO: Improving Women’s Health in Ontario, 2007
Board of Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Audit, Project Development and Executive Committee 1987 – 1993 Chair of Ontario Government Review Panel on GTA Task Force Report 1996 Member of the Ontario Conservation Review Board 1987 – 1993
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International Women’s Forum (IWF), world’s pre-eminent organization for women leaders in arts, politics, business, culture. Toronto Chapter Executive 2006
Equal Voice (a National organization to elect women), Founder & Chair 2006 – Institute of Corporate Directors |
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| LISTED | “Women in the Lead” Ivey Women in Management Newsletter Directory
Who’s Who of Canadian Women Canadian Who’s Who, 2004
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KEVIN P. GALLAGHER - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1991 I want my clients to see me as a business partner, part of the team, available to play an important role in the success of their business. Someone they can trust to respond with sound, practical and appropriate advice. I work hard to give every client the sense they are my only client. |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, 1989 Bachelor of Business Administration (with Distinction), University of New Brunswick, 1986 |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Kevin is a seasoned political veteran of more than two dozen campaigns and a top political organizer in leadership campaigns and election campaigns for both the Conservative Party of Canada and the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario. As a result of the many leading roles he has played in over 20 years of Canadian politics, he is recognized nationally and few people are as well connected to Conservative politics across Canada today. | |||||
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STEPHEN GOODBAUM |
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JACKIE B. MISSAGHI - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 2004 Areas of Practice: Litigation and Dispute Resolution I like the constant challenge of litigation and since I hate to lose, I view every file as an opportunity to “win” the best outcome for my client.” BIO: |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), University of Windsor – 2003
Honours Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), University of Toronto – 1999 |
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| ARTICLES | When It’s Too Late To Sue Limitation Periods In Ontario | |||||
| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada Canadian Bar Association The Advocates Society Toronto Lawyers Association
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V. ROSS MORRISON - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1975 Areas of Practice: Litigation, Administrative Law, Dispute Resolution |
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| PARTNER | Civil litigation with emphasis on commercial, real estate, corporate matters, tax and assessment appeals, Ontario Municipal Board hearings, arbitrations and hearings before other administrative tribunals and criminal matters involving "white collar" offences. Called to the Ontario Bar - 1975 |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) University of Toronto, 1970 Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) University of Toronto, 1973 |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 1975 - Present Canadian Bar Association The Advocates Society Metropolitan Toronto Lawyers Association |
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LAILA PARVEZ - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 2003 Areas of Practice: Banking and Corporate Finance, Corporate and Commercial, Franchising, Commercial Leasing, Employment "When dealing with clients, my ultimate goal is to treat each one the way I would like to be treated. This includes taking the time to ensure that I thoroughly understand their interests and objectives. My clients can count on a confident approach, a hard-working attitude, thorough knowledge of the legal process and a commitment to achieving results." BIO: |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
University of Western Ontario, 2002 Honours Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons.) McMaster University, 1999 |
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| ARTICLES | Considerations When Leasing Commercial Real Estate Deal with Employees in Business Acquisitions Franchise Disclosure: Top 10 Common Mistakes |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 2003 - Present Canadian Bar Association |
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MORRIS SOSNOVITCH - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1979 Areas of Practice: Real Estate, Banking and Corporate Finance, |
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| FOUNDING PARTNER | Commercial Real Estate with extensive experience in Land Development, Freehold and Condominium developments, sale and purchase of subdivision lots, shopping centres, apartment buildings, commercial leasing, mortgage and other financing and mortgage remedies. Clients include large and small developers in southern Ontario, financial institutions and individual investors. Called to the Ontario Bar - 1979 |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Osgoode Hall Law School, Toronto, 1977 Commerce Program, University of Toronto 1972-1974 |
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| ARTICLES | Considerations When Leasing Commercial Real Estate
The Lender’s Use and Disclosure of the Borrower’s (and Guarantors’) Personal Information |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 1979- Present | |||||
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DERWIN WONG - CALLED TO THE BAR (ONTARIO) 1999 Areas of Practice: Banking and Corporate Finance, Corporate and Commercial, Franchising and Licensing, Commercial Leasing, Intellectual Property |
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| EDUCATION | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
University of Victoria, 1991 Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.) University of Toronto, 1987 Authored and co-authored numerous articles for the Canadian Franchise Association Franchising and Distribution Newsletter, Continental Franchise Review, and Foodservices & Hospitality Magazine on a variety of franchise related topics. Author of Morrison Brown Sosnovitch Newsletter "Franchise News" |
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| ARTICLES | Doing Business in Ontario and Canada Series – The Choice of Jurisdiction of Incorporation Franchise Disclosure 101: A Primer Franchise Disclosure: Top 10 Common Mistakes Acquiring a Franchise: The Agreements Acquiring a Franchise: Preliminary Considerations Acquiring a Franchise: Purchasing a New Location Acquiring a Franchise: Purchasing An Existing Location |
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| MEMBERSHIPS & ORGANIZATIONS | Law Society of Upper Canada, 1993 - Present Legal Counsel to the Mississauga Board of Chinese Professionals & Businesses Legal Counsel to Smile China Project |
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