Counsel for businesses that expect more from their lawyers.
Lexovanta advises Canadian and cross-border companies on the corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters that carry real weight, with direct partner access from the first conversation.
Counsel across the matters that matter most
Corporate Law
Formation, governance, and ongoing corporate maintenance for private companies, from incorporation through board-level decision-making.
- Incorporation and structuring
- Shareholder agreements
Commercial Litigation
Representation in business disputes, from contract disagreements to shareholder conflicts, with a preference for resolution before trial where it serves the client.
- Contract and commercial disputes
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
Employment Law
Employment policy, contracts, and workplace dispute counsel for employers managing a growing or changing workforce.
- Employment agreements and policies
- Workplace investigations
Business Advisory
Ongoing legal counsel for founders and executives navigating growth, financing, and operational decisions that carry legal weight.
- General counsel-style advisory
- Financing and investment support
Regulatory Compliance
Compliance frameworks for businesses operating under federal and provincial regulation, built to hold up under real scrutiny.
- Compliance program design
- Regulatory filings support
Contract Review
Clear, practical review and drafting of the commercial agreements that carry the most risk if left unexamined.
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Client and service contracts
Built around where your company is, not a generic template
Counsel for companies still finding their shape
Incorporation, founder agreements, and early contracts done properly the first time, so growth doesn't surface problems you'd rather have caught early.
Learn moreOngoing counsel for companies with more at stake
General counsel-style support for businesses that need a legal partner who already understands their operations, not a new explanation every time.
Learn moreGuidance for companies operating across the border
Practical counsel for Canadian companies doing business in the United States, and U.S. companies establishing a Canadian presence.
Learn moreGovernance counsel for mission-driven organizations
Incorporation, board governance, and compliance support tailored to the obligations non-profit and public sector organizations carry.
Learn moreWhat working with Lexovanta actually looks like
Direct partner access
Every matter has a partner directly involved from the first conversation, not just at the start and end.
Clear, upfront cost
Fixed-fee options for well-defined work, and a clear billing conversation before anything begins.
Cross-border experience
Practical familiarity with U.S. counsel coordination for companies operating on both sides of the border.
Built for scrutiny
Documentation and structures designed to hold up under real regulatory or litigation pressure, not just look tidy on paper.
Partners who stay involved in your matter
Margaret Voss
Margaret leads the firm's corporate and transactional practice, advising founders and boards through financings, acquisitions, and governance matters …
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David represents businesses in commercial disputes, with a practical focus on resolving conflicts before they reach trial wherever that serves the cli…
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Priya advises employers on workplace policy, employment agreements, and regulatory obligations across federally and provincially regulated sectors.…
Full profileWhat it's like to work with our firm
“They gave us a straight answer about what mattered and what didn't, instead of a longer engagement than we needed.”
“We could reach the partner directly, not just an associate relaying messages. That mattered more than we expected.”
“The contract review caught a renewal clause we had missed twice already. Worth the engagement on its own.”
“Clear about cost from the start, and they stuck to it. No surprises on the invoice.”
“They took the time to understand our business before proposing a structure, rather than defaulting to a template.”
“Responsive without being intrusive. Exactly the kind of counsel relationship we wanted.”
Depth across the sectors we work in most
Technology
Software, SaaS, and technology-enabled businesses.
Real Estate & Development
Developers, landlords, and commercial property owners.
Professional Services
Consultancies, agencies, and advisory firms.
Manufacturing
Producers and industrial suppliers across Ontario.
Retail & Consumer
Retailers, franchises, and consumer brands.
Financial Services
Lenders, advisors, and financial intermediaries.
Health & Life Sciences
Clinics, health-tech, and life sciences companies.
Non-Profit & Public Sector
Charities, associations, and public institutions.
A clear process from first call to ongoing counsel
Initial Consultation
A direct conversation about your situation, what's at stake, and whether we're the right fit before anything is signed.
Scope & Engagement
A clear written engagement describing what we'll do, how it will be billed, and what you can expect along the way.
Active Representation
Direct partner access throughout the matter, with regular updates rather than silence between invoices.
Ongoing Advisory
For clients who want it, a continuing relationship so the next legal question doesn't start from zero.
Recent writing on business law and compliance
A practical compliance checklist for growing Ontario businesses
Compliance obligations expand quietly as a company grows. Here's what tends to get missed, and when to revisit it.
What makes an employment agreement actually hold up
A termination clause that looked fine at signing can fail entirely by the time it's needed. Here's why, and what to check.
Corporate governance basics for a board that's outgrown its founders
The governance that works for two founders and a notebook doesn't work once outside directors join. Here's what to formalize first.
Questions we hear most from prospective clients
Discuss your situation with a partner directly
A short initial conversation is usually enough to tell whether Lexovanta is the right fit for your company's legal needs.