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Avi Khanna

Pacific Legal Professional Corporation

Business Law
Law Society of Ontario

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Biography

I am a Partner at Pacific Legal Professional Corporation (https://pacificlegal.ca), specializing in corporate law. I am a licensed lawyer in Ontario and India, with qualifications from the Ontario Bar since 2020 and the Bar Council of India since 2014. My practice spans international jurisdictions, offering a broad and comprehensive legal perspective.

I provide tailored legal solutions to industries including Private Equity & Venture Capital, Retail & Hospitality, Technology, Franchising, Fintech, Start-Ups, and Small Businesses. My expertise encompasses Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Contracts and Commercial Agreements, Shareholder and Founder Agreements, Purchase and Sale of Business, Incorporation and Corporate Transactions, as well as Privacy and Cybersecurity Law.

In addition to corporate law, I specialize in advising High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWs) on strategic tax planning, with a focus on achieving Panama and Paraguay Tax Residency.

Practice Area

Business Law: Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

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Credit Cards Accepted

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Law Society of Ontario: ID Number: 78777U

Languages

English: Spoken, Written
Hindi: Spoken, Written

Professional Experience

Partner, Corporate law: Pacific Legal Professional Corporation; 2021 - Current; As a partner in Corporate Commercial Law at Pacific Legal in Toronto since July 2021, my role encompasses: Managing high-stakes mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and complex commercial real estate transactions, securing $200 million in property acquisitions. Directing strategic advisory for global co-living organizations, specializing in corporate structuring, share acquisitions, and negotiating commercial leasing for 3,400 units. Consulting on 200+ complex contracts, including SaaS agreements, IP licensing, and software licensing, boosting client operational efficiency by 20%. Negotiating and drafting share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, and transactional documents tailored to ensure legal compliance and optimize business outcomes. This approach allows me to provide robust legal support and strategic guidance, driving success for Pacific Legal's clients in corporate and commercial law.

Corporate and Securities Lawyer: Owens Wright LLP; 2021 - 2021; During my tenure I achieved the following: Led cross-functional and cross-border teams in establishing a $300 million real estate fund and negotiated over 25 commercial contracts. Prepared more than 15 primary transaction documents, including asset and share purchase agreements, letters of intent, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, and limited partnership agreements. Developed customized legal compliance solutions for software consultancies, enhancing data licensing and SaaS contracts. My role focused on delivering comprehensive legal support and strategic advice, ensuring successful outcomes in complex corporate and securities matters.

Corporate and Securities Lawyer: Ormston List Frawley LLP; 2020 - 2021; As a corporate lawyer at Ormston List Frawley LLP in Toronto, I advised publicly listed companies on securities regulations, filings, and private placements to ensure compliance and mitigate regulatory risks. I partnered with investment funds, leading due diligence efforts and ensuring regulatory compliance for investment portfolios. Additionally, I negotiated complex commercial contracts, including service agreements, product development agreements, employment contracts, and non-disclosure agreements, totaling significant value.