Laura Rosati Laura Rosati joined Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in 2019 as an associate in our Barrie real estate group. Laura graduated with merit from York University, majoring in Psychology and earned her Law degree at Osgoode Hall Law School. Laura’s practice focuses on all aspects of real estate law, including residential and commercial transactions, mortgages, refinances and transfers. Laura is a board member of both the Barrie Real Estate Lawyers Association (BRELA) and the Child Advocacy Centre Simcoe/Muskoka. She is also a member of the Business & Professional Women (BPW) of Barrie and Women’s Art Council, McMichael Canadian Art Collection and is a passionate supporter of The Olive Branch for Children, which is a charity based in Tanzania, Africa, supporting children living with HIV/Aids. In her spare time, Laura spends time with her two daughters, Sophia and Elise, and their dog Bella. TESTIMONIALS “Worked with my solicitor Laura Rosati to close a real estate transaction. My closing was organized and seamless. She took care of all the details and all I had to do was sign, sign, sign and DONE. I definitely would recommend her when buying or selling any real estate transaction!”. – Sat Singh “Our experience with Laura Rosati was very positive, her attention to detail and explaining the real estate process was very helpful for us to understand. We would most definitely use her again. Thanks, Laura!”. – Valerie Bitten By Justin DominicMay 28, 2020May 3, 2021 No comments yet
George Messih George Messih joined Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in 2019 as an associate in our real estate, corporate, and estates groups. Prior to joining DSF, George worked at a boutique law firm in Toronto, and his practice focused on commercial and residential real estate, business acquisitions, and estate planning and administration. With a client-centred approach and the ability to anticipate issues before they arise, George is a reference point to clients who rely on him for timely advice and the smooth carriage of their files. George obtained his Bachelor`s degree in economics from McMaster University. He later travelled to the UK to study law at the University of South Wales, where he received his LL.B. During this time, he volunteered at the student legal aid clinic where he worked closely with lawyers from leading UK law firms in assisting members of the community with contract, tenancy, and various advisory matters. A firm believer in life-long learning, George continued his professional development at Osgoode Hall Law School, where he completed the Intensive Program in Wills & Estates in April, 2018. George will also be completing the Osgoode Certificate in Health Law in April, 2020 in order to better assist his corporate clients in the health care industry. TESTIMONIALS “George Messih was very helpful and showed great dedication to every detail regarding our recent legal issues. He listened to our needs and walked us through each step of the process”. – Freida Linke “George is knowledgeable and professional. His availability and flexibility made for a great buying experience”. – Ian Loney “George Messih was very helpful to us for our legal needs. I highly recommend him and this law firm because he was very knowledgeable, responsive, accommodating to our needs, and was really on the ball for all the deadlines and requirements we needed to meet. He really didn’t miss a beat! In addition to his reasonable fees, level of professionalism, hard work and expertise, we were extremely happy with our decision to work with George and Devry Smith Frank LLP”. – Martina Bekhit By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 27, 2020April 30, 2021 No comments yet
Eric C. Taves Eric Taves graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School and has practiced law in the City of Barrie since 1976. He moved his practice to Devry Smith Frank LLP (“DSF”) in September of 2016 where he continues to provide legal services to his clients. His practice focus is corporate/commercial, commercial and residential real estate and estate planning. Eric’s corporate law concentration includes legal support for numerous professional practices including legal, medical, dental and veterinary practices, the educational sector and numerous manufacturing, service and construction industries. Eric utilizes a team-centred approach to his law practice that includes longstanding relationships with the banking and accounting communities in Barrie. Eric is a committed volunteer supporting many charitable organizations in Barrie and has served as board chair of both the Simcoe-Muskoka YMCA and the MacLaren Art Centre. By Justin DominicMay 26, 2020November 11, 2020 No comments yet
