In the rapidly evolving technology sector, your company must be nimble and ready to act so you can enable and respond to innovation and market changes. That means keeping up with the technology advances of not just today and but tomorrow, and doing so in a way that keeps your business relevant and competitive while still meeting (and surpassing) your business objectives.
From machine learning and artificial intelligence to quantum computing to biotechnology to edge computing to advanced robotics to technologies we can’t even name yet, your business needs to be at the forefront of research, development, deployment and commercialization, and you need a legal partner that can keep up with you and support you every step of the way.
How we can help
We recognize that both emerging startups and established incumbents in this space need legal guidance. Osler can help by providing direction, solutions and connections at every stage of your growth and development.
As your company grows and becomes established, we provide strategic insights that leverage technology as an integral part of your operations by providing access to our commercial technology and outsourcing services, including IT contracting, complex services agreements, privacy and data protection, and general corporate and commercial matters. Osler has also represented some of the largest technology firms in the world, from social media ventures industry veterans, in litigation matters concerning data protection, privacy, class actions and more. We leverage our considerable experience and team of strong negotiators to deliver the best commercial terms.
Emerging and high-growth ventures in the tech sector especially benefit from the knowledge and expertise our lawyers possess in the broad range of general business practices from corporate and tax structuring, to financing, to intellectual property, to employment-related issues.
Osler is there as a trusted partner no matter how your business evolves. Our broader team of experts provides emerging and growth-stage technology ventures with a valuable connection to our network of potential funders as well as a conduit to capital. We can also provide strategic leadership in possible acquisitions if your company is looking to expand but can also help with an exit plan if you are looking to sell.
Areas of Focus
Key Contacts
Partner, Emerging and High Growth Companies, Toronto
Partner, Technology, Toronto
Vancouver Managing Partner, Vancouver
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Information Technology (Band 1), Startups & Emerging Companies (Band 1).
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Osler named ‘Technology Law Firm of the Year’, 2019.
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Recognized in Information Technology (Band 1).
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Recognized in Computer & IT Law; Technology Transactions (Montreal, Quebec; Ottawa, Ontario; Toronto, Ontario).
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The Osler technology team has a high degree of depth of knowledge.
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Osler News December 4, 2025
Osler ranked Band 1 in Chambers FinTech Guide 2026
Osler is proud to continue its position as a Band 1 firm in the Chambers FinTech 2026 guide. The guide identifies and differentiates the...
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Media Mentions November 5, 2025
Federal budget 2025: Plan for stablecoin rules to usher in Canada’s ‘digital dollar era,’ advocates say –The Globe and Mail
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Canadian companies and policymakers are increasingly focused on building tech and AI solutions that keep data in Canada.
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