Robert Stewart

Robert Stewart is a seasoned practitioner in the realm of business law, boasting a comprehensive portfolio that includes working on mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, venture capital initiatives, and a variety of public capital-raising endeavors. His expertise also covers forming joint ventures and partnerships, alongside negotiating significant service and outsourcing agreements. Prior to his tenure at Miller Thomson, Robert honed his skills in international taxation law at a globally recognized professional services firm.

His clientele spans a broad spectrum, ranging from both public and private sector companies to entities of various sizes, including financial institutions. Robert is especially passionate about guiding startups and other burgeoning enterprises, offering them not only practical but also innovative legal solutions tailored to the entrepreneurial spirit.

In his recent endeavors, Robert has contributed significantly to the firm’s Social Impact Group, particularly in supporting social impact enterprises and crafting social finance solutions. Notably, he played a pivotal role as the Business Law Lead for the pioneering Canadian federally funded Social impact bond in collaboration with a prominent national charity.

Having been admitted to the Ontario bar in 1987, Robert's legal education includes an LL.B. from Osgoode Hall Law School at York University and a B.A. (Hons) from the University of Toronto. He is also a distinguished member of the Canadian Bar Association. Robert Stewart's blend of practical wisdom, creative problem-solving, and his commitment to both traditional and emerging business sectors marks him as a standout advisor in the field of business law.