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Corporate/Commercial: Highly Regarded - Ontario

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What the Team is Known For

Torkin Manes is a local law firm with a well-established reputation for corporate and commercial work in the Ontario market. The Toronto-based group regularly represents owner-operated businesses in mid-market M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions. The legal team's deal experience extends across borders, often advising on M&A involving US entities. The practice also advises on business succession planning, corporate reorganisations and securities regulation. The law firm's industry expertise cuts across sectors including real estate, healthcare, technology, retail and financial services.

Work Highlights

  • Torkin Manes acted as counsel for Spin Master in its acquisition of Melissa & Doug from AEA Partners and other minority investors via a merger.

Strengths

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Torkin Manes stands out for its practicality, responsiveness and deep understanding. The team delivers advice that is both technically sound and commercially relevant.

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The team works in a highly efficient manner and communicates key issues in a timely fashion.

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The lawyers are very detailed-oriented and good negotiators. Although super detailed on the legal points, they understand and consider the commercial reality.

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Torkin Manes has capable lawyers with expertise in all aspects of business. They became experts in my business very quickly and always understood the commercial context in which we existed.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeffrey I Cohen
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Jeffrey I Cohen
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Eminent Practitioners
Jeffrey Cohen is rated for his experienced handling of M&A and financing transactions in the mid-market. He is based in Toronto and currently serves as the managing partner of the firm.

Jeff is a standout. He brings a mix of legal acumen and emotional intelligence that makes him highly effective.

Jeff stands out as one of the best I’ve worked with. He understands people, grasps the real-world impact of legal decisions and applies the law in a way that’s pragmatic and strategic.

Jeffrey offers excellent service and follow through. He is very knowledgeable beyond the legal; he understands business.

Jeffrey Cohen is a terrific all around lawyer and adviser for any general and difficult commercial legal advice.

Jeff is one of the smartest, most commercial lawyers I have ever met. He is a great problem solver and understands how to get results or arrive at a particular outcome.

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Matthew Tevlin
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Matthew Tevlin
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Chair of Torkin Manes' M&A and private equity and venture capital groups in Toronto, Matthew Tevlin is a highly regarded corporate practitioner with particular expertise in the private equity space.

He combines strategy with pragmatic action, thinks outside the box and is a great negotiator.

Matthew is a highly capable and talented lawyer with deep relationships on the street. He involves a team of capable practitioners to deliver for the client.

Matt's expertise spans a number of industries and transaction types.

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Sammy Redlick
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Sammy Redlick
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Sammy Redlick is an established partner at Torkin Manes, where he chairs the corporate/commercial group. He is well placed to advise corporate clients and shareholders on M&A transactions.

Sammy consistently delivers a high level of service with a clear understanding of our needs.

He is well-rounded and focused on customer deliverables in a timely manner.

Sammy is my go-to lawyer. He never lets me down.

Sammy is an excellent lawyer who I've worked with on several projects.

Sammy is a genius! I was so fortunate to work with him and cannot recommend him enough. He went above and beyond to ensure I was well prepared.

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Hunter Forman
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Hunter Forman
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Up and Coming

Toronto-based Hunter Forman is a rising star in Torkin Manes' corporate practice group. He is experienced in advising clients on a range of areas, including tuck-in acquisitions.

Beyond Hunter's technical skills, he takes a very pragmatic approach when advising clients.

Hunter is excellent. He is thoughtful, measured and effective. He brings maturity and clarity to even complex situations.

He is an excellent lawyer.

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Corporate/Commercial: Highly Regarded
Jeffrey I Cohen
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Jeffrey I Cohen
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Eminent Practitioners
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Matthew Tevlin
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Matthew Tevlin
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Sammy Redlick
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Sammy Redlick
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Hunter Forman
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Hunter Forman
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Up and Coming
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