Peter Simeon

Peter Simeon, a key partner at Gowling WLG in Toronto, is renowned for his expertise in corporate commercial and securities law. His practice zeroes in on corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and structured products, providing invaluable guidance to a diverse clientele that spans startups to large public companies. Peter's industry focus includes technology, cannabis, mining, and life sciences, where he skillfully navigates public offerings, private placements, reverse takeovers, bought deal financings, and share and asset purchase transactions.

Peter's knack for delivering practical, effective advice stems from his extensive experience both within private practice and as an in-house lawyer for a multinational technology firm. His tenure at the Ontario Securities Commission in the Market Regulation Group further solidified his regulatory expertise. Recognized as one of Canada's "Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers" by Canadian Lawyer in 2019, Peter's contributions to the field are well acknowledged.

His legal practice encompasses Tech, Energy, Mining, Cannabis, Capital Markets, Corporate Commercial, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Private Equity, demonstrating a broad yet deep understanding of the legal landscape.

Over the years, Peter has earned multiple accolades from prestigious legal directories, including The Legal 500 Canada, Lexpert, and Chambers Canada, for his outstanding work in the legal domain.

Peter's journey into law began after obtaining his LLB from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2001, following a BA in Political Studies from Queen's University. Since being called to the Ontario Bar in 2002, Peter has made significant strides in his field, underlined by his active participation in professional associations such as Canada's Venture Capital and Private Equity Association, the Canadian Bar Association, the Law Society of Ontario, and the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada.