Lawrence Hansen Acting for individuals, corporations and institutions, Lawrence Hansen has a highly varied commercial litigation practice which includes dealing with commercial disputes, business and employee fraud, the enforcement of judgments, debt recovery, contract disputes as well as litigation arising from commercial leases. Lawrence also has over ten years of experience with insurance-related matters, mostly but not exclusively for insurers, focusing on complex litigation matters, particularly those involving insurance fraud, coverage, title insurance, and allegations of bad faith. He has advised clients on difficult questions surrounding suspicious and potentially fraudulent claims, their investigation, the remedies available to clients, and high-risk arson claims. In addition, Lawrence has been retained to represent defendants in personal injury and product liability claims. From Canada’s Atlantic coast, Lawrence spent a year studying Spanish and living in South America and Mexico. He is a graduate of the University of New Brunswick (History), McGill University’s Faculty of Law, and has earned a Certificate in Conflict Management from the University of Windsor (Stitt Feld Handy). Lawrence has studied Spanish at the University of Toronto, in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico and Venezuela. Lawrence is a member of the board of directors of the Simcoe County Law Association. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
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. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
Eric Gossin Experienced lawyer and mediator Eric joined Devry Smith Frank LLP in July 2019. Eric was called to the Ontario Bar in 1977. He has incorporated into his practice a broad range of experiences including Corporate and Commercial Law, Estate Planning and Administration, Family Law and Real Estate. This leads to his serving clients and providing advice in all aspects of their lives. He has extensive experience in succession planning for both businesses and individuals who wish to insure that their plan accomplishes their wishes. He often works with other professional advisors to insure that all practical considerations, including tax issues, have been considered. Eric provides support for clients in the administration of estates and insuring to the extent possible that the administration proceeds smoothly without conflict. His negotiation skills and many years of completing complex transactions are value-added services which only a broad experience can provide and his training as a mediator is particularly helpful in this aspect of his practice. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020April 9, 2024 No comments yet
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. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020January 10, 2024 No comments yet
Asher I. Frankel Asher Frankel is a Toronto lawyer who joined the immigration law team at Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in early 2014. He brings over 25 years of experience in immigration law for both Canada and the United States. Asher practises in all areas related to Canadian and U.S. business immigration law, with emphasis on cross-border temporary movement of employees under NAFTA, as well as immigration provisions of universal application. He has substantial experience assisting with employee mobility of multinational companies with worldwide operations in numerous industrial sectors. He also represents individuals in various types of applications for permanent residence. In addition, he assists foreign nationals in the U.S. with consular processing of visa applications at U.S. posts in Canada. Asher holds a B.A. from the University of Toronto, an M.Sc. from Yeshiva University in New York City and a J.D. from New York Law School. He is admitted to practise in the province of Ontario and the state of Florida. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
J. Lynne Frank Lynne Frank was called to the Bar in 1982 and has practised exclusively in the area of civil litigation throughout her career. She received a B.A. from Dalhousie University and is a graduate of Queen’s University Law School in Kingston, Ontario. She has appeared before many different courts and tribunals in Ontario including the former Supreme Court of Ontario and District Court of Ontario, the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario where she has sat as a roster arbitrator. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
Timothy Deeth Joining Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in 2014 was very much a homecoming for Tim. Following his call to the bar in 1975, Tim practised with (what was then) McClintock, Devry & Pierce for 11 years before leaving to start his own firm. Throughout his career, Tim’s practice was focused mainly on Family, Real Estate and Wills and Estates Law and he has vast experience in all three of these areas of law. He has appeared as counsel in family law matters in all levels of courts throughout Ontario. Tim particularly enjoys meeting and dealing with clients on a one-on-one basis and always welcomes the opportunity to get to know new clients and help them with their problems, whether it be navigating through a difficult separation or divorce, assisting with the administration of an estate, advising clients on Estate Planning issues and preparing their Wills, or witnessing the excitement of clients in their purchase of a new home. As a resident of Don Mills for 40 years, Tim has also been very active in the Don Mills Civitan Club, a community and social service club which, among its numerous projects, operates the hockey programme at the Don Mills Civitan arena for over 500 participants a year ranging in age from seven to 18. In the past, Tim has been a panel member of the Office of the Children’s Lawyer (formerly the Official Guardian’s Office), has sat as a Dispute Resolution Officer (a pilot project in the Scarborough Family Court), and has provided volunteer services at the Agincourt Community Services Association. He has been a member of the Consent and Capacity panel of lawyers each of whom must be specifically designated and approved to appear before the Consent and Capacity Board. Tim graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1973, and after articling with (what was then) McClintock, Devry & Pierce, joined the firm upon his call to the bar in 1975 and practiced with them until 1986 when he opened his own law firm. He is happily married to his wife, raised four children and has two grandchildren. In December, 2013, Tim received his black belt in Karate. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 20, 2020December 6, 2021 No comments yet
Elisabeth Colson Elisabeth is a co-managing partner of the firm and is the head of the firm’s Corporate Commercial Department. Fluently bilingual in English and in French, Elisabeth received her honours B.A. in Political Science from McGill University, and received her law degree from Universite de Montreal in 1989. Elisabeth is a member of the Ontario and Quebec bars. Elisabeth has held both private practice and in-house positions in Canada and abroad, and has extensive experience in a wide range of business law matters, including general corporate and commercial, franchising, intellectual property, insurance and reinsurance, leasing, media and production financing, and trademarks. She was general counsel for a venture capital firm, held the position of Vice-President, Legal Affairs for an international franchise company and acted as in-house legal counsel for all companies acquired by the firm. Immediately prior to joining DSF, Elisabeth was legal counsel for a global reinsurance company. In that capacity she attended to all corporate matters including corporate governance and compliance in numerous jurisdictions, and was involved in risk assessment and risk management. Elisabeth has a general corporate/commercial practice. She regularly advises her clients with respect to general corporate and commercial matters including drafting and settling commercial agreements, corporate organizations and reorganizations, franchising matters, intellectual property matters, private placements, mergers and acquisitions, and shareholder-related matters. Elisabeth is Co-Chair of the Professional Advisory Committee of Baycrest and is on the Business Advisory Committee of Baycrest’s The Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health & Wellness; is on the Board of Directors of Alpaca Ontario; is on the Advisory Board of Hercules Dynamics Inc. and is a past member of the One Life Gala Committee in support of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. For further information, please contact Elisabeth Colson at 416-446-5048 By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 19, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
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. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 19, 2020September 5, 2023 No comments yet
Mark Fox Mark has been a practicing lawyer in Ontario for 40 years, he joined the firm in 2017. Mark practices in the areas of wills and estates, corporate and commercial matters and real estate law. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 1977. Mark has taught at the College level for several years and has been a contributing author to Law Society of Ontario publications. He is also a participating lecturer at Law Society of Ontario where he provides continuing education seminars. For more information on wills and estates, corporate and commercial matters, or real estate law, please feel free to contact wills and estates lawyer Mark Fox. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 19, 2020December 6, 2021 No comments yet