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Legal Services

Technology Law Specialists

Navigating the Intersection of Law and Innovation

Look, the digital world moves fast - we get it. You're building something that didn't exist five years ago, and you need legal advice that actually understands your tech stack, not just generic contract templates.

We've spent years working with startups, scale-ups, and established tech companies across Toronto and beyond. Whether it's sorting out your data privacy obligations under PIPEDA, negotiating SaaS agreements that don't leave you exposed, or protecting your IP before someone else does - we've been there, done that.

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12+
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What We Actually Do

Forget the lawyer-speak for a sec. Here's the stuff we help with on a daily basis - real problems that tech companies face when they're trying to grow without getting sued or fined.

Technology & Software Licensing

You've built something valuable, and you wanna license it out? We draft and review SaaS agreements, enterprise licenses, and API terms that protect your interests without scaring away customers.

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Data Privacy & PIPEDA Compliance

Canadian privacy laws aren't optional, and PIPEDA violations can cost you. We'll help you navigate consent requirements, data handling practices, and breach protocols - before the Privacy Commissioner comes knocking.

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Intellectual Property Protection

Your code, your brand, your designs - they're worth protecting. We handle trademark registrations, copyright assignments, patent applications, and trade secret strategies. Plus, we'll draft IP agreements that keep your team's work where it belongs.

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Startup & Corporate Formation

Starting a tech company in Canada? We'll set you up right - incorporation, shareholder agreements, stock option plans, and all that foundational stuff you don't wanna mess up later when you're raising money.

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Digital Contract Negotiation

Whether you're signing with vendors, partners, or enterprise clients, we review and negotiate contracts so you're not stuck with terms that'll bite you later. Cloud services, data processing agreements, partnership deals - we've seen 'em all.

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Cybersecurity Legal Advisory

Had a breach? Planning your incident response? Need to understand your disclosure obligations? We work with your security team to make sure you're legally covered when things go sideways - and help you set up policies to prevent issues.

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Why Toronto Tech Companies Work With Us

We're not your typical law firm. Here's what actually makes us different - and no, it's not just our website.

We Actually Get Tech

Half our team has worked in tech before law school. We understand APIs, cloud infrastructure, and why your CTO keeps talking about microservices. That means we don't need a 30-minute explanation every time you have a legal question.

Fast Turnaround Times

You're moving at startup speed, not 'traditional law firm' speed. We get that. Most contract reviews come back within 48 hours, and we're available on Slack or email when you need quick answers. None of this 'submit a request through our portal and wait a week' nonsense.

Transparent Pricing

We offer flat fees for common services and capped fees for projects. You'll know what things cost before we start, not when you get a surprise bill three months later. We also work with early-stage startups on deferred payment plans because we remember what bootstrapping feels like.

Practical Advice, Not Just Legal Theory

Sure, we know the law inside and out. But we also understand business realities. Sometimes the 'legally perfect' solution isn't practical when you're trying to ship next quarter. We'll tell you the risks and help you make informed decisions - not just lecture you about worst-case scenarios.

Industries We Serve

Over the years, we've worked with companies across the tech spectrum. Here's a breakdown of the industries where we've built some serious expertise - along with the kind of issues that come up.

If you're running a SaaS business, you've got a whole bunch of legal stuff to deal with - customer terms of service, data processing agreements, compliance with international privacy laws, and vendor contracts for all the third-party services you're using.

We've helped dozens of SaaS companies nail down their legal foundations. That means drafting Terms of Service that actually protect you (not just copy-pasted templates), PIPEDA-compliant privacy policies, DPAs for enterprise customers, and supplier agreements that don't leave you hanging when AWS decides to change their terms.

What We Handle:
  • Terms of Service & Privacy Policies
  • Data Processing Agreements
  • SLA Negotiations
  • Multi-jurisdictional Compliance
Common Issues:
  • Customer data ownership disputes
  • Cross-border data transfer compliance
  • Enterprise contract negotiations
  • API licensing terms

E-commerce and fintech are heavily regulated spaces in Canada. You're dealing with consumer protection laws, payment processing regulations, anti-money laundering requirements, and a whole bunch of provincial and federal compliance issues.

We work with online retailers, payment platforms, and fintech startups to navigate these regulations. Whether you're launching a marketplace, integrating payment processing, or building financial services software, we'll make sure you're not accidentally breaking laws you didn't even know existed.

What We Handle:
  • E-commerce Terms & Conditions
  • Payment Processing Compliance
  • Consumer Protection Compliance
  • Financial Services Licensing
Common Issues:
  • Chargebacks and refund policies
  • AML/KYC requirements
  • Provincial sales tax compliance
  • Merchant agreement negotiations

Building a startup is chaotic enough without worrying about legal stuff. But here's the thing - decisions you make in year one can come back to haunt you in year three when you're trying to raise a Series A or get acquired.

We've worked with startups from incorporation through exit. That means setting up your corporate structure properly, drafting founder agreements that prevent equity disputes, creating employee stock option plans, handling fundraising docs, and making sure your IP is actually owned by the company (you'd be surprised how often this gets messed up).

What We Handle:
  • Incorporation & Structure
  • Founder & Shareholder Agreements
  • Employee Stock Options
  • Investment Documentation
Common Issues:
  • Founder equity splits gone wrong
  • Missing IP assignments
  • Cap table problems
  • Employment vs contractor classification

Mobile apps and games have their own set of legal headaches. You're dealing with app store policies, in-app purchase regulations, user-generated content issues, and if you're monetizing through ads or data, a whole bunch of privacy considerations.

We help app developers and gaming companies with everything from app store compliance to COPPA/CASL issues if you're targeting kids or sending marketing emails. Plus, if you're doing in-app purchases or loot boxes, there are gambling and consumer protection laws you gotta watch out for.

What We Handle:
  • App Store Compliance
  • User Agreement Drafting
  • In-App Purchase Regulations
  • Content Moderation Policies
Common Issues:
  • App store rejections
  • User-generated content liability
  • Age verification requirements
  • Virtual currency regulations

AI and ML are moving faster than regulations can keep up, but that doesn't mean there aren't legal risks. From training data licensing to algorithmic bias liability, there's a lot to think about when you're building AI products.

We work with AI companies on data licensing agreements, IP protection for models and algorithms, terms for AI-as-a-service products, and compliance with emerging AI regulations. We also help you think through liability issues - like what happens if your model makes a mistake that costs someone money.

What We Handle:
  • Training Data Licensing
  • AI Model IP Protection
  • Liability Framework Design
  • Ethical AI Policies
Common Issues:
  • Training data copyright concerns
  • Bias and discrimination risks
  • Model output ownership
  • Explainability requirements

Building hardware that connects to the internet? You're dealing with a mix of physical product liability, software licensing, data privacy, and potentially FDA or CSA certification requirements depending on what you're building.

We've worked with IoT companies on everything from manufacturing agreements with overseas factories to end-user license agreements for embedded software. Plus, if your devices collect data, you've got all the usual privacy compliance issues with the added complexity of physical devices in people's homes.

What We Handle:
  • Manufacturing Agreements
  • Product Liability Framework
  • Embedded Software Licensing
  • Data Collection Compliance
Common Issues:
  • Product warranty claims
  • Supply chain disputes
  • Firmware update policies
  • Security vulnerability disclosure

What Our Clients Say

Don't just take our word for it - here's what founders and tech leaders we've worked with have to say about their experience.

How We Work Together

No stuffy intake forms or waiting weeks for a meeting. Here's our actual process - it's pretty straightforward.

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Initial Contact

Reach out via email, phone, or our contact form. Tell us what you need help with - doesn't have to be formal, just give us the basics. We'll usually respond within a few hours during business hours.

2

Quick Call

We'll hop on a 15-20 minute call to understand your situation better. No charge for this - we just wanna make sure we're a good fit and that we can actually help you. We'll ask questions, you'll ask questions, it's pretty casual.

3

Proposal & Pricing

If it makes sense to work together, we'll send you a proposal with clear pricing - usually a flat fee or capped amount. You'll know exactly what you're paying before we start. No hidden charges or billing surprises.

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Get It Done

Once you approve, we get to work. We'll keep you updated throughout, answer questions as they come up, and deliver what we promised on time. Most projects wrap up faster than you'd expect from a law firm.

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Free Resources & Insights

We publish articles, guides, and updates about tech law stuff that actually matters. No fluff, just practical info you can use.

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PIPEDA Compliance Checklist for SaaS

A practical walkthrough of what you actually need to do to comply with Canadian privacy laws. We break down consent, data handling, breach notification, and all that fun stuff.

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Open Source Licensing: What Founders Need to Know

Using open source in your product? Here's what you need to understand about GPL, MIT, Apache licenses and how they affect your ability to monetize and protect your code.

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Common Startup Legal Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

We've seen companies lose funding, face lawsuits, and deal with messy disputes because of preventable legal issues. Here are the top mistakes we see and how to avoid them.

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Questions We Get Asked A Lot

Here are the common questions that come up when tech companies are thinking about working with us.

It depends on what you need, but here are some ballpark numbers:

  • Basic incorporation with shareholder agreement: $2,500-4,000
  • Terms of Service + Privacy Policy review/drafting: $1,500-3,000
  • Contract review (standard): $500-1,500
  • PIPEDA compliance audit: $3,000-6,000

We'll give you an exact quote after understanding your specific situation. Most of our work is flat-fee or capped, so you're not gonna get hit with surprise bills.

We work with companies at all stages. About 40% of our clients are pre-seed or seed-stage startups, and we get it - cash is tight when you're just starting out.

That's why we offer deferred payment plans for very early-stage companies (like, pay us when you raise your first funding round). We've all been in startups before, so we remember what it's like trying to bootstrap while still getting proper legal work done.

For most standard contract reviews, we'll get you feedback within 48 hours. If it's urgent (like you need something reviewed before a meeting tomorrow), let us know - we can usually accommodate rush requests, though there might be a small premium for same-day turnarounds.

Custom document drafting takes a bit longer - usually 5-7 business days depending on complexity. But again, if you're in a bind, we'll work with your timeline.

We're licensed to practice in Ontario and can handle most Canadian federal law matters. For issues in other provinces or countries, we work with a network of trusted legal partners.

So if you need help with a US contract or EU privacy compliance, we won't just say 'sorry, can't help' - we'll connect you with lawyers in those jurisdictions who we trust and who understand tech. We'll often stay involved to coordinate and make sure everything aligns with your Canadian operations.

Nope! We offer 30-minute consultation calls for $200. It's a flat fee - you can ask whatever you want in that time, and we'll give you straight answers.

A lot of times, that's all you need to get clarity on an issue. If it turns out you need more comprehensive help, we'll discuss that on the call and the consultation fee gets credited toward any work we do together.

Both! We do one-off projects all the time (like reviewing a specific contract or handling an incorporation). But we also have monthly retainer arrangements for companies that need ongoing legal support.

Our retainers are pretty flexible - you get a set number of hours per month at a discounted rate, and we're basically your in-house legal team. It's popular with growing startups who need regular help but can't justify hiring a full-time lawyer yet.

Ready to Get Your Legal Stuff Sorted?

Let's talk about what you're building and how we can help protect it. No obligation, no pressure - just a conversation.

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