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Business Law · Est. 1985

Counsel that moves business forward.

For four decades, Sterling & Associates has advised Canadian and international enterprises on their most consequential transactions, disputes and decisions.

Recognized by LexpertChambers CanadaBest LawyersLegal 500
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Practice Areas

Depth where it matters most.

Focused expertise across the disciplines that define modern Canadian business.

Corporate & M&A

Acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations and governance for private and public companies.

Commercial Real Estate

Development, financing, leasing and disposition of commercial and industrial assets.

Employment Law

Executive agreements, workplace policy, terminations and human-rights compliance.

Litigation & Disputes

Commercial litigation, arbitration and mediation before all levels of court.

Tax & Estate Planning

Corporate tax structuring, succession planning and cross-border considerations.

Startups & Venture

Formation, financing rounds, option plans and exits for emerging companies.

Our Team

Senior counsel. Every file.

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Eleanor Sterling, K.C.

Managing Partner

Corporate governance and complex M&A.

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Marcus Chen

Partner

Cross-border transactions and venture finance.

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Isabelle Moreau

Partner, Litigation

Commercial disputes and arbitration.

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David Okafor

Senior Associate

Employment law and regulatory compliance.

Selected Experience

Results, quietly delivered.

Corporate / M&A

$40M national acquisition

Acted for a national retailer in the acquisition of a competing chain, closing across three provinces in under five months.

Litigation

Shareholder dispute resolved

Represented a family enterprise in a multi-party shareholder dispute, achieving a confidential settlement before trial.

Tax & Estates

Cross-border restructuring

Guided a manufacturing group through a cross-border reorganization preserving significant value for the next generation.

Why Sterling

A different standard of counsel.

I.

Partner-led engagement

Your matter is handled by a partner from first call to resolution — never passed down.

II.

Transparent fees

Clear scopes and fixed-fee options wherever the matter allows. No surprises.

III.

Bilingual practice

Full service in English and French, with Spanish-language capacity for international clients.

IV.

Absolute discretion

Sensitive matters are managed with the confidentiality your position requires.

Questions

Before you call.

A senior lawyer reviews your situation, outlines the legal landscape, and proposes a clear path forward — including scope, timeline and anticipated fees.

We offer fixed fees for defined matters and transparent hourly arrangements for complex work. Every engagement begins with a written estimate.

Our clients span real estate, technology, manufacturing, retail and professional services — from founders to established national enterprises.

Urgent matters are triaged the same business day. For time-sensitive transactions or injunctions, a partner is reachable after hours.

Contact

Request a consultation.

Tell us briefly about your matter. A member of our team will respond within one business day.

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