Domenic Presta

Domenic Presta, serving as the National Co-Lead for Technology at Miller Thomson, stands at the vanguard of legal innovation. His approach to technology-related legal issues in corporate commercial contexts is nothing short of transformative, offering clients inventive strategies and seasoned counsel to navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Presta's legal acumen shines brightly in transactions that touch upon information technology. He brings a specialized focus to Open Data, Consumer-Directed Finance, collaborations between banks and fintech companies, adherence to regulatory mandates, and the safeguarding of data security. His deep dive into the financial services sector's regulatory frameworks and data protection strategies stems from his tenure as senior IT counsel for a leading Canadian multinational bank. This experience arms him with a profound understanding of financial services clients, enabling him to steer them through the tech-driven revolution reshaping their industry.

Beyond his niche in financial tech, Domenic delivers expert advice on a broad spectrum of technology law matters. He skillfully handles outsourcing deals, intricate IT service agreements, and contracts for hosted applications, not to mention software licensing agreements tailored for heavyweight clients like multinational financial institutions, insurance behemoths, and pension plans. His expertise is a beacon for clients striving to remain competitive and adaptable in a commercial world that's constantly in flux.

Boasting over two decades of legal prowess, both in-house and within the echelons of premier Canadian law firms, Presta is a linchpin in the legal community. His career, marked by dedication and excellence, includes serving high-profile clients in both the public and private sectors, establishing him as a go-to advisor for institutional clients facing complex challenges at the intersection of law and technology.

Licensed in Ontario since 2000, his educational credentials are as impressive as his professional ones, with an LL.B. from Queen’s University Faculty of Law and a Bachelor of Arts (with Distinction) from the University of Toronto. Domenic Presta not only exemplifies legal expertise and innovative thinking but also embodies the role of a trusted guide through the intricacies of technology law.