Atty. Matthew Tevlin
Matthew chairs our Business Law Group. His practice involves providing counsel on transactions, as well as day-to-day activities for a wide range of clients, including banks and other financial services firms, venture capital firms, private equity/merchant banks, developers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and IT, BPO and pharmaceutical companies.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Toronto, ON · 28+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Tevlin at a Glance
Matthew Tevlin is a business attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Torkin Manes LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026). Serves clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Tevlin
- Matthew chairs our Business Law Group
- His practice involves providing counsel on transactions, as well as day-to-day activities for a wide range of clients, including banks and other financial services firms, venture capital firms, private equity/merchant banks, developers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and IT, BPO and pharmaceutical companies
- His corporate experience includes the successful completion of numerous complex transactions, including share and asset acquisitions and dispositions, debt and equity financings, corporate reorganizations, management buyouts and private equity-sponsored deals
- He provides sound advice in all matters related to general corporate governance and shareholder disputes
- Matt also acts as counsel to major banks, other financial institutions, original equipment manufacturers and borrowers in matters related to bank financing and secured lending
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Tevlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Tevlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Toronto.
Business & Corporate Law in Toronto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Toronto
Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Toronto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Toronto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Toronto Choose Matthew Tevlin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Tevlin's practice in the field of business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Tevlin brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Business Practice
Concentrating on business means Matthew Tevlin's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Toronto
A Toronto-based practice means Matthew Tevlin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew Tevlin Handles in Toronto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew Tevlin has experience with under Ontario law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew Tevlin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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