Partner announcement

Torkin Manes congratulates new partner, James Leech

Torkin Manes is pleased to announce that James Leech has been promoted to the firm’s partnership.

January 6, 2023

Torkin Manes is pleased to announce that James Leech has been promoted to the firm’s partnership.

James Leech regularly advises on a broad range corporate, commercial, and business law matters with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, securities, private equity, joint ventures, and partnerships. He is a valued member of our Corporate Finance & Securities and Business Law Groups, where he leverages his exceptional client service and keen business acumen to assist a range of clients seize strategic opportunities while navigating potential obstacles.

Torkin Manes LLP

Torkin Manes LLP

Torkin Manes LLP is a full-service law firm based in downtown Toronto. Our professionals provide legal counsel to individuals, public and private companies, and buyers and sellers of independent businesses. Our clients range from owner-operators and founders to investment funds and high net worth individuals, who value and trust our deep knowledge, experience and expertise in the Canadian mid-market. Founded in 1974, we have built our firm by focusing on the core principles that we believe make a great law firm: a deep and personal understanding of clients’ business needs; a results-oriented approach to practice that provides practical, smart, and cost-effective advice; and, above all, responsiveness to our clients.

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