Michael Dolphin

Admitted to practice in Ontario in 2005, and earlier in New York and California in 2004 and 2002 respectively, Michael Dolphin has established a reputable career in corporate and securities law, focusing on a multitude of complex legal matters. His educational background, marked by a J.D. from Southwestern University School of Law in 2002 and a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario in 1997, has laid a solid foundation for his legal expertise.

Michael holds memberships in several prestigious legal associations across Ontario, New York, and California, signifying his broad legal accreditation and commitment to professional excellence. As a partner, his practice spans diverse sectors including technology, cannabis, mining, and more, where he offers advice on corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions, and compliance among other areas.

He co-leads the firm’s Securities Practice Group and the Cannabis Practice Group, providing strategic guidance to a wide array of clients from licensed producers in the burgeoning cannabis industry to technology startups. Michael's expertise in navigating complex legal landscapes has earned him recognition in Best Lawyers in Canada for his contributions to Cannabis Law in 2022.

Michael's role extends beyond traditional legal counsel, as he also advises on corporate structuring, shareholder agreements, and executive contracts, showcasing his versatility and depth of knowledge in corporate law.