Our Story

How we became Toronto's go-to firm for corporate law that actually makes sense

Founder Portrait

Where It All Started

Back in 2014, I'd just wrapped up another grueling merger case at one of those massive downtown firms where you're basically a cog in a machine. Don't get me wrong - I learned tons there - but something felt off. Clients were getting passed around like files, and nobody seemed to actually care about what kept these business owners up at night.

So I took a leap. Started StratoContour with nothing but a decent laptop, way too much coffee, and this wild idea that corporate law didn't have to be cold and impersonal. Sure, the first year was rough - I'm talking ramen-for-dinner rough - but we got through it by actually listening to our clients instead of just billing hours.

Fast forward to today, we've handled over 400 corporate cases, helped dozens of startups get off the ground, and yeah, we still answer our phones after 5pm because real business problems don't clock out at quitting time.

2014

The Beginning

Founded StratoContour in a cramped office above a coffee shop on King Street. Just me, an intern who worked for course credit, and a borrowed fax machine that jammed constantly. Our first client? A tech startup that couldn't afford the big firms but needed serious contract help.

2017

Breaking Through

Won our first major commercial litigation case - a David vs. Goliath situation where we represented a mid-sized manufacturer against a Fortune 500 company. That victory put us on the map and taught us that being smaller sometimes means being hungrier and smarter.

2020

Expansion & Evolution

Moved to our current Bay Street location and brought on three senior associates who actually share our values. Also pivoted hard during the pandemic - helped over 50 businesses navigate employment law nightmares and contract disputes when everything went sideways.

2026

Looking Forward

Now we're a team of 12 professionals handling everything from M&A deals to intellectual property battles. We've kept that original mission though - treat clients like people, not file numbers. And yeah, we still answer calls after hours.

Legal work isn't about fancy jargon or intimidating opponents with thousand-page briefs. It's about understanding what you need, finding the smartest path forward, and making sure you're protected without breaking the bank. That's been our approach from day one, and it's not changing anytime soon.

What Drives Us

These aren't buzzwords we slapped on a wall - they're principles we actually live by every single day.

Transparency

No hidden fees or confusing bills

Accessibility

Real people answering real questions

Results

Outcomes matter more than billable hours

Integrity

Doing right by clients always

Innovation

Smart solutions, not old playbooks

Meet the Team

The folks who'll actually be working on your case - not just names on letterhead.

Team Member
Sarah Mitchell

Senior Partner, M&A

Sarah Mitchell

Bar Admission: 2009, Ontario

Education: JD, Osgoode Hall

Handled over 80 M&A transactions. Former in-house counsel at a tech unicorn. Knows corporate structure inside and out, explains things without the legal mumbo-jumbo.

Team Member
David Chen

Litigation Director

David Chen

Bar Admission: 2011, Ontario

Education: JD, U of T Law

Commercial disputes are his thing. Won 15 consecutive cases before joining us. Aggressive when needed but prefers settling smart over dragging things out for ego.

Team Member
Jennifer Kowalski

Employment Law Lead

Jennifer Kowalski

Bar Admission: 2013, Ontario

Education: JD, Western Law

Employment and labour law specialist. Dealt with everything from wrongful dismissal to workplace harassment cases. Straight shooter who gets compliance done right.

Team Member
Marcus Thompson

IP & Contracts

Marcus Thompson

Bar Admission: 2015, Ontario

Education: JD, Queen's Law

Intellectual property protection and contract drafting guru. Helped tech companies secure patents and trademarks. Makes IP law actually understandable.

Team Member
Priya Sharma

Corporate Associate

Priya Sharma

Bar Admission: 2019, Ontario

Education: JD, McGill Law

Rising star in corporate formation and startup law. Works with entrepreneurs launching new ventures. Brings fresh perspective and actually understands tech.

Team Member
Robert Finch

Of Counsel

Robert Finch

Bar Admission: 1998, Ontario

Education: JD, York Osgoode

25+ years handling complex commercial matters. Semi-retired but jumps in on the toughest cases. His Rolodex and experience are invaluable when things get complicated.

Recognition & Awards

Nice to be recognized, but what really matters is the repeat clients and referrals we keep getting.

Top 40

Corporate Firms

Toronto 2024

Best in

Client Service

Ontario Bar 2023

Excellence

M&A Practice

Canadian Lawyer 2025

Rising Star

Law Firm

Legal 500 2022

Recommended

Business Law

Chambers 2024

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