Department profile
Torkin Manes LLP

Information Technology

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


Torkin Manes LLP

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About

Provided by Torkin Manes LLP

At Torkin Manes, our experienced technology lawyers are known to be strategic advisors to various clients in the technology industry. We are known for finding creative, strategic, and practical solutions. We support the diverse needs of technology companies, including but not limited to issues related to data privacy, commercial SaaS, merger and acquisition, and emerging new technology such as artificial intelligence. We understand and service the entire life-cycle of technology companies, from their inception, through the growth stages (through financings and channel growth) to exit. Our group excels in preparing and negotiating the complete range of agreements necessary for licensing, developing, distributing, commercializing, using, and maintaining technology. We have significant experience in the purchase, sale and financing of technology companies. We routinely advise on technology development and procurement transactions. 

Our clients range from emerging technology innovators, to well-established companies who are leaders in their fields, to investors in technology. We also act for various government entities and agencies and financial institutions. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of technology, we often draw from the expertise of our lawyers in other practice areas, including corporate / commercial, intellectual property, advertising and marketing, privacy, health, employment, and litigation, to ensure we provide our clients with comprehensive counsel.

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Based in Toronto, Torkin Manes LLP assists its clients with the drafting, negotiation and review of a wide range of IT services, licenses, and procurement agreements. Its technology offering also extends to data privacy issues and cybersecurity matters. The full-service law firm is additionally noted for its ability to handle M&A-related tech mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Torkin Manes LLP represented Elections Ontario in technology procurement, cloud services, and related contract refreshes for the 2025 General Election.

Strengths

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  • The team at Torkin Manes is knowledgeable and experienced in this field. They provide sound advice and guidance, even in instances where the answer is not always straightforward.

    Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Torkin Manes has exceptional knowledge of the organisation and its business, with exceptional customer service and communication.

    Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Torkin Manes has industry expertise combined with practical advice. They have a responsive and timely approach to all matters.

    Information Technology respondentCanada
  • We are yet to encounter a sophisticated matter Torkin Manes cannot find a way to resolve.

    Information Technology respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Lisa R. Lifshitz
    Band 2Lisa R. Lifshitz

    Lisa R. Lifshitz

    Lisa Lifshitz has a broad tech practice that includes the negotiation of e-commerce and cloud computing agreements. She is also experienced in assisting clients with privacy and data security matters.

    • Lisa's incredibly detail-oriented and knows pretty much everything about tech contracting.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Lisa's expertise in the technology industry greatly benefits our team. Her capacity to share her knowledge and experience with us enhances our understanding of areas where expertise is limited, enabling us to make well-informed decisions.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Lisa is absolutely wonderful. She is so knowledgeable in this area and is an excellent resource for these matters. She is always available when needed, is responsive, and provides solid advice.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Band 4Roland Hung
    Band 4Roland Hung

    Roland Hung

    Roland Hung has expertise in technology matters, privacy compliance, cybersecurity and data management, and assists companies with understanding global standards and regulations. He practices in both Ontario and Alberta.

    • Roland is an excellent lawyer that knows how to read the other party and adapt to finding ways of convincing them of important points.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Roland is super responsive. I always appreciate his commercial acumen, as well as his technical skills.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Roland's client touch is really good, he has the expertise but his ability to see the business issue of the client and make advice practical.

      Information Technology respondentCanada

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