Olivia Lifman

In the bustling Toronto office of Gowling WLG, Olivia Lifman contributes her expertise as an associate within the Business Law Group. Her legal practice encompasses a wide array of corporate and commercial law matters, where she offers her services to both local and international private companies. Olivia specializes in guiding clients through the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and a variety of general corporate and commercial issues across diverse sectors.

Olivia is known for her pragmatic, thorough, and balanced approach, which ensures top-notch service delivery. Her portfolio includes handling share and asset purchase deals, orchestrating intricate corporate reorganizations, and drafting and negotiating commercial agreements. Beyond her client work, Olivia is dedicated to mentoring younger professionals and law students, providing guidance and support as they navigate their career paths.

Before ascending to her current role as an associate, Olivia gained valuable experience summering and articling at Gowling WLG. Her academic journey is impressive, with a JD from the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law. Olivia's intellectual pursuits also led her to the University of Cambridge, where she earned an M.Phil. in Modern and Contemporary Literature. Additionally, she holds a First Class Honours BA in English Literature and International Relations from McGill University.

Her areas of practice include Corporate Commercial law and Mergers & Acquisitions, highlighting her proficiency and versatility in the legal domain.

Olivia's commitment to professional development is evident in her completion of the Osgoode Certificate in Regulatory Compliance and Legal Risk Management for Financial Institutions in 2020. Since her admission to the Ontario bar in 2018, Olivia Lifman has emerged as a dynamic and accomplished legal professional, renowned for her analytical prowess and dedication to fostering the growth of emerging talent within the legal community.