Victor Liu

Victor Liu, a standout partner in Goodmans' Business Law group, is at the forefront of the Cannabis Group, showcasing his extensive experience in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. His advisory prowess benefits a wide array of early-stage companies across diverse sectors such as fintech, cryptocurrency, mobile gaming, interactive media, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and healthcare.

Victor's involvement with the DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University, a leading incubator for tech startups, as a "legal counsel in residence" underscores his dedication to nurturing Canada's most promising new businesses. He has become synonymous with expert legal guidance in the burgeoning cannabis industry since 2013, navigating the complex regulatory frameworks and aiding companies in their strategic growth endeavors.

His expertise is widely acknowledged in several legal circles, with commendations from Chambers Canada, The Legal 500 Canada, and The Best Lawyers in Canada, particularly for his contributions to cannabis law, corporate law, and securities law. Victor has also been celebrated for his work in corporate finance and securities, and mergers and acquisitions by The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.

Victor's portfolio of work is impressive, spanning significant sectors including tech, with notable clients like Coinbase for Canadian regulatory matters and PopReach Corporation from its early financings to public listing. In the cannabis sector, his efforts have facilitated key capital market transactions, mergers, and acquisitions for major players such as Fire & Flower and Cura Partners, alongside his instrumental role in the sale of Mettrum Health to Canopy Growth.

His role extends beyond client work to significant contributions to the Canada-China business community and the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers. Victor's commitment to social good is further exemplified through his volunteer work with Goodmans LABB, offering free legal services to Black-owned businesses, and with Pro Bono Ontario.

Educated at the University of Toronto and Queen's University, Victor's deep understanding of the legal landscape is matched by his professional affiliations, including the Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Bar Association. Since his call to the Ontario Bar in 2001, Victor has remained a vital resource for insights into the capital markets and cannabis sectors, contributing to guides and updates that reflect his deep knowledge and forward-thinking approach to the law.