Meet the Team
Not your typical corporate lawyers. We actually like what we do, and we're good at it. Here's who's leading the charge.
Marcus Chen
Managing Partner
15 years experience
Started this thing back in 2012 after getting fed up with big firm politics. Spent seven years at a Bay Street giant before that. I handle our toughest litigation matters and honestly, there's nothing I love more than dismantling a weak opposing argument. Outside the office? Probably playing hockey or arguing with my wife about whose turn it is to cook.
Sarah Blackwood
Senior Partner, Asset Protection
12 years experience
My specialty's keeping your assets out of reach when things go sideways. Did my time in estate planning at a white-shoe firm, but that was way too stuffy for me. I'm all about creative structures that actually hold up under scrutiny. Been with Ignis Veil since 2015. Fair warning - I ask a lot of questions, but that's how we build rock-solid protection plans.
David Kowalski
Partner, IP & Commercial Law
10 years experience
IP defense and contract negotiation - that's my world. Came from a tech background actually (engineering degree gathering dust somewhere), which gives me an edge in patent disputes. Clients appreciate that I speak their language instead of just throwing legal jargon around. Joined in 2017 and haven't looked back. I'm probably the calmest person here, which comes in handy during tense negotiations.
Jennifer Okafor
Partner, Regulatory Compliance
9 years experience
Regulatory stuff can be a nightmare if you don't know the landscape. I do. Spent years with the OSC before switching sides, so I know how regulators think. That insider knowledge? It's invaluable when we're helping clients navigate compliance issues or respond to investigations. Joined the team in 2019 specifically to build out our regulatory practice.
Thomas Bergeron
Associate Partner, Dispute Resolution
7 years experience
I'm the guy who gets called when a commercial dispute's heating up but hasn't hit the courtroom yet. Mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations - that's where I thrive. Sometimes avoiding a trial is the biggest win you can get. Been here since 2020 and I love the collaborative culture. Also, I make terrible coffee but great arguments.
Priya Sharma
Associate Partner, Risk Management
6 years experience
Risk management's all about seeing around corners. I help clients identify legal landmines before they step on them. Did corporate counsel work for a Fortune 500 before joining us in 2021. The difference here? We actually have time to do things right instead of just checking boxes. I'm a bit of a perfectionist, which drives the team crazy sometimes but keeps our clients safe.