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Torys LLP

Startups & Emerging Companies

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada


Torys LLP

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About

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We work closely with players across the emerging companies ecosystem. Whether on standalone projects or ongoing assignments, we support early- to late-stage technology growth companies in all aspects of the creation, acquisition and commercialization of their business. We help founders determine when and how much to fundraise, how to achieve the right economic structure, how to think about board and control issues and how to successfully navigate different stages of growth. Scaling often includes a U.S. strategy, and our team works side by side with entrepreneurs and their teams as they navigate the nuances of going cross-border.

We also help investors realize their investment strategies in high-growth companies. We bring together leading transactional and sector knowledge from across the firm to advise VC funds, strategic investors, private equity funds and other institutional investors. From fund formation and shareholder arrangements to buyouts and other exits, we work closely with investors on some of their most innovative work in Canada, the U.S. and internationally.

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Startups & Emerging Companies - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Torys's startups and emerging companies practice group advises early-stage technology companies on all issues arising from developing their business. The team also provides frequent advice to venture capital funds and other institutional investors on their investment into emerging companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Torys advised Clutch Technologies Inc., of significant online retailers of pre-owned vehicles, in its CAD23 million convertible bridge note financing led by iA Financial Group.

Strengths

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  • They can make complex legal jargon easier to understand.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
  • The team is outstanding, well-rounded and highly capable across multiple areas.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
  • Torys was able to maneuver the complications that came with this situation very skillfully.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
  • They truly care about the client, spend time understanding the issue, and make sure that put in their best effort.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Konata Lake
    Band 2Konata Lake

    Konata Lake

    Konata Lake is the head of the emerging companies and venture capital group at Torys. He is noted for his ability to advise both venture capital investors and startup companies on investments, joint ventures and acquisitions, among other issues.
    • Konata is quite calm and reflective, and hands on. He really seems to know what the market standard is and what is going on in Canada, this gave us a lot of confidence going into different setups.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • He has useful connections, always responds right away, and I completely trust him to get me through complex issues.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • We have a high degree of appreciation for both his professionalism and expertise.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • Konata also had a very sophisticated sense of the market and his extensive experience inspired confidence.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
  • Up and ComingMohammed Muraj
    Up and ComingMohammed Muraj

    Mohammed Muraj

    Mohammed Muraj advises startups and investors on exits and financings, with notable expertise in the technology sector.

    • Mohammed is an amazing lawyer and anyone would be lucky to have him in his corner.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • We rely heavily on his support, and his contributions are greatly valued.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
  • Associates to watchTyler Cassack
    Associates to watchTyler Cassack

    Tyler Cassack

    Tyler Cassack assists emerging companies and venture capital investors with a range of issues, including financing transactions.

    • Tyler is wonderful to work with.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • Tyler is timely and available.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada
    • He has professionalism, attention to detail, and legal expertise.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentCanada

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