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    • Practice Areas: Commercial Real Estate

    Ashley Almeida

    Ashley Almeida practices in the areas of residential and commercial real estate, lending and condo development. She gives presentations to community groups on topics such as “Buying Your First Home” and “Why You Should Make A Will.”

    Ashley joined the Real Estate Group at Woitzik Polsinelli Lawyer and Mediators LLP as an associate lawyer in 2020 and joined DSF in 2023. Ashley holds a Juris Doctor from Bond University and an undergraduate degree from McGill University.

    Prior to joining WP, Ashley practiced in the areas of real estate, wills and estates, and corporate law at boutique firms in Toronto and at a firm that she founded and operated for four years.

    Thereafter, Ashley joined a firm in Ajax where she focused her practice on all aspects of real estate including purchasing and selling resale properties, new build transactions, assignments, and condominiums throughout Ontario.

    Ashley has been the recipient of exceptional client loyalty and is known for her client-focused service and outstanding legal guidance.

    In her spare time, Ashley enjoys cooking, travelling, hiking with her yellow labrador, and staying active in the community.

    For more information about any real estate-related matters, please contact Ashley Almeida at ashley.almeida@devrylaw.ca

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    Stephen Sforza

    Stephen joined Woitzik Polsinelli LLP in 2019 and is now a part of Devry Smith Frank LLP post the merger of the firms in Whitby. He is a partner in our Corporate/Commercial and Real Estate Groups. He holds a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and an undergraduate degree with honours from Queen’s University, graduating magna cum laude.

    Prior to joining the firm, Stephen worked as an associate at another well-established firm in Durham Region, where he assisted clients with a variety of business, real estate, and wills & estates law matters. He also gained valuable experience working in downtown Toronto in the securities regulation industry and in the legal department of a public oil & gas company.

    Stephen’s practice is focused on providing practical, strategic, and tailored legal advice to a diverse range of clients, including entrepreneurs, real estate investors, professionals, small to medium-sized businesses, commercial lenders and borrowers, credit unions, and commercial landlords and tenants. His expertise includes business formation, corporate reorganizations, purchasing and selling businesses, secured lending, commercial financing, tax rollovers, commercial leasing, and general contract review and drafting.

    Stephen also has extensive experience in real estate law and is a key member of the firm’s Real Estate Group. He assists clients with a wide range of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, assignments, and mortgage transactions. His attention to detail, thoroughness, and commitment to excellence ensure that his clients’ real estate transactions are completed smoothly and successfully.

    Stephen has a client-focused approach and strives to always provide the most cost-effective legal solutions. He takes the time to understand his clients’ unique needs and works closely with them to achieve their desired outcomes. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in his field.

    When outside of the office, Stephen is an avid Toronto sports fan and enjoys playing competitive soccer. He is committed to personal fitness and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.

    Testimonials

    I have had an exceptional experience with Stephen and Lesley . I cannot thank Stephen enough for his due diligence in making my new venture of entrepreneurship a positive transaction. I would not hesitate to use this firm once again as I have been a customer for over 15 years! Thank you Stephen and your wonderful team. – Barb Hardy

    Just completed a business transaction using Stephen Sforza as my lawyer from this firm. Would highly recommend him along with their staff. Very professional and most of all very thorough with all the work they provided Their service was efficient and exactly what I needed to conduct this transaction-Ken Noakes

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    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
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    William J. Smith

    William (Bill) Smith was called to the bar in 1980 after receiving a Bachelor Of Arts degree from Glendon College, and his LL.B. from the University of Toronto Law School. Bill has practiced corporate and commercial law with the firm since then.,

    Bill’s experience is varied and extensive. He has had a broad exposure to virtually every aspect of corporate and commercial practice including incorporations, partnerships, joint venture agreements, shareholders’ and creditors’ rights and remedies, as well as business mergers, acquisitions, financing and debt restructuring. Bill’s skills include structuring, negotiating, and the preparation of required documentation, as well as liaising among directors, shareholders, financial advisors and institutions.

    As an experienced corporate and commercial practitioner, Bill is often involved in litigation matters on behalf of his clients. His depth of experience enables him to combine expert legal advice with sensitivity to the firm’s clients’ business needs and environment and to meet client’s specific needs in the most expeditious and cost-efficient manner. Bill advises clients on employer and employee rights, termination and wrongful dismissal matters, fiduciary duties and non-competition issues.

    Bill works closely with other professional advisors including accountants and tax and financial advisors in assisting his clients to minimize their tax exposure and is familiar with vehicles such as tax-free rollovers, co-tenancies, trusts and estate freezes. Bill takes an active role in co-ordinating all aspects of his clients’ legal service needs by ensuring that, when necessary, appropriate specialized expertise is obtained, either from within the firm or through an established referral network, in areas such as securities law, intellectual property, labour law, income, commodity or other taxes, or international business transactions.

    Bill is a member of the ADR Institute of Ontario.

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    Adam V. Grossi

    Adam Grossi is a partner at Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF). He is the head of the commercial real estate and development group at DSF. Adam represents a variety of clients within the construction and development industry, including developers, general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Adam’s practice is focused upon finding resolutions for the issues that affect those in the construction realm, including construction liens, breach of trust claims, bond claims, and constructions contracts.

    Adam is a member of the Toronto Construction Association and the Construction Law Section of the Ontario Bar Association. Adam is also actively involved with various charitable foundations within his community.

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    Louis A. Gasbarre

    Louis Gasbarre joined the Toronto commercial and residential real estate group at Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in January 2019.

    He was called to the Ontario Bar in 2016, graduated from the University of Leicester Law School and obtained his Masters of Law with a concentration in Business Law at Osgoode Hall Law School.

    Before joining DSF, Louis practiced as an Associate with a boutique firm in Vaughan with emphasis on commercial and residential real estate transactions. Louis’ practice encompasses a variety of real estate and land development matters with particular emphasis on condominium and subdivision development, commercial and residential builder sales, construction and development financing and commercial and residential purchase and sale transactions.

    Louis understands that dealing with real property can seem overwhelming and cumbersome, but his attention to detail and no-nonsense approach allows him to simplify complex situations to ensure an efficient closing of the transaction.

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    Oren Chaimovitch

    Toronto lawyer Oren Chaimovitch received a B.A. in Economics from the University of Toronto, graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School, and was called to the bar in 1994. Before joining Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF), he spent two years practising law as a sole practitioner and eighteen years with a boutique Toronto firm. His experience spans the areas of debt recovery, secured lending including commercial mortgage lending, bankruptcy and insolvency, commercial litigation, business law, commercial and residential real estate, wills, estate planning and estate administration.

    Oren’s clients include individuals, entrepreneurs, small- and medium-sized businesses, and major Canadian banks. He has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, including the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Divisional Court, and various administrative tribunals.

    Oren prides himself on his practical, common sense approach, dealing with matters and resolving disputes in the most efficient, economical way possible. Oren recognizes that his clients want timely responses to their questions, regular updates, and practical, clear advice. He values the personal relationships he has with his clients, whether they are individuals or large institutions.

    When Oren is not practising law, he spends time with his family, travels, and fishes.

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    Robert Adourian

    Robert P. Adourian

    Robert Adourian practices with the Devry Smith Frank LLP in Toronto. He is a graduate of the University of Windsor Law School and was called to the Bar in 1980.

    He practices in the areas of real estate, wills, estate planning, and estate administration. He gives presentations to community groups on topics such as “Buying Your First Home” and “Why You Should Make A Will.”

    His real estate practice includes residential, commercial, and industrial transactions, including representing major banks and trust companies in financing transactions.

    He has taught in the Real Estate section of the Bar Admission Course and has served as a mentor to law students and young lawyers.

    Robert is an active member of the Armenian Bar Association, a worldwide organization of Armenian lawyers, and has served on the Association’s Board of Governors.

    Robert is also currently an elected Bencher of the Law Society of Ontario.

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