By the numbers
100+
Clients served across Ontario
500+
Contracts reviewed and negotiated
Est. 2022
Toronto-based boutique firm
What we do
Legal expertise built for the industries you work in.
Entertainment Law
Music contracts, record deals, publishing agreements, artist management, sync licensing, and brand partnerships — reviewed and negotiated by someone who actually understands the industry.
From your first independent release to a major-label offer, we translate every clause into plain language: recoupment, advances, 360 deals, split sheets, SOCAN and CMRRA registrations, producer points, and work-for-hire grants. You'll know exactly what you're giving up, what you're keeping, and what to push back on before you sign.
Who it's for: independent artists, producers, songwriters, labels, and managers working in Ontario and beyond.
Sports Law
NIL deals, endorsement contracts, agent agreements, and name, image, and likeness protection for athletes at every level across Ontario.
The NIL landscape in Canada is moving fast — and most off-the-shelf contracts don't reflect it. We review endorsement and sponsorship deals clause by clause, flag exclusivity and morality traps, and structure your deals so short-term money doesn't cost you long-term leverage. When you're ready to negotiate, we're at the table with you.
Who it's for: U Sports and USports athletes, professional and semi-pro athletes, agents, and the brands who work with them.
Startup Law
Incorporation, founder agreements, shareholder agreements, SAFE and convertible note reviews, and SaaS contracts for early-stage teams building in Ontario.
The legal foundation you set in the first six months will still be with you at Series A. We help founders incorporate cleanly, split equity without regret, lock in vesting and IP assignment, and put agreements in place with co-founders, advisors, and early hires. When the term sheet comes, you'll be ready — and the cap table will hold up to diligence.
Who it's for: pre-seed and seed-stage founders, solo operators, agencies, and creative studios incorporating for the first time.
Contract Review
Get a clear explanation of what you're signing — not just a summary.
Every contract review includes a clause-by-clause walkthrough, a shortlist of the terms most likely to hurt you, and a redline you can send back to the other side. No retainer required, fast turnaround, and a flat fee quoted up front so you know the cost before you commit.
Common reviews: record and publishing deals, manager and agent agreements, NIL and endorsement contracts, SaaS and service agreements, freelance and commission agreements, NDAs, and collaboration agreements.
IP Protection
Protect the name, work, and brand you have built. We handle trademark searches and registration with CIPO, copyright protection and licensing, and brand-protection strategy so competitors cannot copy or claim what is yours.Whether you are releasing music, launching a product, or scaling a startup, we make sure your IP is properly secured, assigned to the right owner, and working for you — not quietly signed away in someone else's contract.Common work: trademark registration, copyright and licensing, IP ownership and assignment, brand and logo protection, and infringement response.
More ways we help
Business Structuring
From incorporation to shareholder agreements, get structured in a way that supports where you are headed.
Trademark Registration
Secure your name, logo, and brand assets in Canada so competitors cannot copy or claim what you have built.
NIL Strategy
Position your NIL opportunities for long-term value. Deal review, deal structuring, and ongoing support for Canadian athletes.
Record Deal Review
Deep review of record deals, 360 deals, publishing splits, manager contracts, and SOCAN registrations — explained clause by clause.
FAQ
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