Atty. Perry Katz
Perry Katz is a commercial real estate lawyer focusing on the acquisition, development, sale, leasing, and financing of commercial and industrial properties for Canadian and international clients. Some of Canada’s leading retailers and developers are among Perry’s clients, and he has developed an expertise in the acquisition, development, and leasing of retail properties and the issues associated with having multiple owners.
Commercial Leasing Law & More Attorney · Serving Toronto, ON · 33+ Years Experience
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About Perry Katz at a Glance
Perry Katz is a business and real estate attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Miller Thomson LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993), Quebec (1993), New York (1996), and Ontario (1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Perry Katz
- Perry Katz is a commercial real estate lawyer focusing on the acquisition, development, sale, leasing, and financing of commercial and industrial properties for Canadian and international clients
- Some of Canada’s leading retailers and developers are among Perry’s clients, and he has developed an expertise in the acquisition, development, and leasing of retail properties and the issues associated with having multiple owners
- Perry has been called to the Bar in Ontario, Quebec, New York, and Massachusetts
- Perry has been involved in high-profile transactions focusing on the acquisition, disposition, and financing of both single properties and portfolios of properties
- He has also acted on a number of REITs and income funds, and has acted for owners and contractors in preparing and negotiating construction contracts for major residential and commercial projects
- Perry’s experience in various facets of commercial real estate ensures a quick and thorough understanding of his clients’ challenges, objectives, and business needs, which allows him to create innovative and tailored solutions for their specific situations
Practice Areas Explained
Perry Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Perry Katz 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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Real Estate Law in Toronto
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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 Perry Katz
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 Perry Katz's practice in the field of business and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Perry Katz brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, Quebec, and New York, Perry Katz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and real estate, Perry Katz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Toronto
A Toronto-based practice means Perry Katz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Perry Katz Handles in Toronto
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