Atty. David R. Thompson
David Thompson is a highly distinguished leasing lawyer. Since 1989, his practice has focused on commercial leasing and development law, negotiating large and complex retail, commercial, mixed-use, ground and industrial leasing transactions across Canada, for some of the most significant clients in the field.
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David R. Thompson is a business and real estate attorney, practicing at WeirFoulds LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1989) and Alberta (1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).
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- David Thompson is a highly distinguished leasing lawyer
- Since 1989, his practice has focused on commercial leasing and development law, negotiating large and complex retail, commercial, mixed-use, ground and industrial leasing transactions across Canada, for some of the most significant clients in the field
- David regularly acts for landlords, tenants, lenders and property managers
- As a partner at WeirFoulds, he has acted for some of Canada’s most well-known national chains in food services and retail
- He also regularly works on leases for venues such as shopping malls, historical sites, sports facilities, pads, strip centres and hospitals
- He has negotiated and finalized leases, offers, subleases and letter agreements (for land leases, turnkeys and pad deals)
- He also has extensive experience with joint venture agreements, development agreements, cross easements and all the issues related to the development, sale and/or acquisition of land, including heritage site designations and all ancillary documentation
- David is also well versed at providing legal opinions on lease interpretation and other leasing matters
- As well as providing unparalleled support to his clients, David has been repeatedly recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as a leading property leasing lawyer
- He is also a sought-after presenter for national leasing and real estate conferences, including speaking at events for the Law Society and The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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