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David C.N. Ma

Blaney McMurtry LLP
  • Recognized Since:
    2016
  • Recognized in:
    FinTech Practice
    Information Technology Law...
  • Law School:
    McGill University
  • Lawyer Page:
    http://www.blaney.com/lawyers/...
  • Website:
    https://www.blaney.com
  • Phone Number:
    416-596-2895
  • E-mail:
    dma@blaney.com
  • Languages:
    English
  • Location:
    2 Queen Street East, Suite 1500
    Toronto, ON M5C 3G5
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For over 20 years, companies ranging from start-ups to large national and multi-national corporations and financial institutions have considered David their trusted advisor for a broad range of technology transactions: software licensing, mobile payments, outsourcing, vehicular telematics, crypto-currency, and many others.

Clients say that David provides exceptional client service, expert legal advice and superior results.  His reasoned, innovative and low-key approach helps clients through difficult negotiations. They also appreciate David’s deep experience in - and understanding of - traditional technology transactions, his skill in quickly grasping novel technologies and business models, and his application of careful, rigorous analysis to identify, prioritize and address risks and opportunities. These skills and attributes allow David to provide strategic and targeted advice to clients  and help them achieve their business objectives.

David also leverages his strong background in accounting and finance to deliver practical, sensible and cost-effective advice on corporation transactions - such as financings and acquisitions - for technology companies. Peers and clients have seen fit to consistently endorse his abilities, leading to his inclusion in Lexpert® (Repeatedly Recommended) and Best Lawyers in Canada.

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For over 20 years, companies ranging from start-ups to large national and multi-national corporations and financial institutions have considered David their trusted advisor for a broad range of technology transactions: software licensing, mobile payments, outsourcing, vehicular telematics, crypto-currency, and many others.

Clients say that David provides exceptional client service, expert legal advice and superior results.  His reasoned, innovative and low-key approach helps clients through difficult negotiations. They also appreciate David’s deep experience in - and understanding of - traditional technology transactions, his skill in quickly grasping novel technologies and business models, and his application of careful, rigorous analysis to identify, prioritize and address risks and opportunities. These skills and attributes allow David to provide strategic and targeted advice to clients  and help them achieve their business objectives.

David also leverages his strong background in accounting and finance to deliver practical, sensible and cost-effective advice on corporation transactions - such as financings and acquisitions - for technology companies. Peers and clients have seen fit to consistently endorse his abilities, leading to his inclusion in Lexpert® (Repeatedly Recommended) and Best Lawyers in Canada.

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  • Education
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  • Affiliations
  • Award List

Education:

  • McGill University, LL.B., graduated 1998
  • McGill University, B.C.L., graduated 1998
  • University of Toronto, B.Com., graduated 1991
  • York University, graduated 1988

Bar Admissions:

  • New York, 2000
  • Ontario, 2000

Affiliations:

  • Licensing Executives Society - Member
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers - Director (2013-2015)
  • International Technology Law Association - Member
  • Ontario Bar Association - Member
  • Toronto Computer Lawyers' Group - Member
  • Canadian IT Law Association - Past Director and Treasurer (2010-2014)

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada for work in:

  • FinTech Practice
  • Information Technology Law
  • Technology Law
 

Awards:

  • Recognized in Lexpert® Canadian Legal Directory as a leading practitioner in Computer Law
  • Recognized in Who's Who Legal Data: Information Technology 
  • Recognized in Who's Who Legal: Technology, Media, and Telecommunications 
  • Recognized in the Lexpert® Special Edition on Technology
  • Graduated with Distinction (McGill University, Faculty of Law)
  • Patricia Allen Prize (contribution to student life) (McGill University, Faculty of Law)
  • Stikeman, Elliott Prize (tax and finance) (McGill University, Faculty of Law)
  • Graduated with Distinction (University of Toronto)
  • Entrance Scholarship (Glendon College, York University)
 

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Blaney McMurtry LLP
https://www.blaney.com
 
1 Office Location
in 1 Country

Canada

Canada

Ontario

Ontario

Toronto, ON

2 Queen Street East, Suite 1500

Toronto, ON M5C 3G5

Canada

416-593-1221

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