Matthew Tevlin 10YEARSAWARDED

Matthew Tevlin

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017
Awarded Practice Areas
Corporate Law Venture Capital Law
Matthew Tevlin
Matthew Tevlin
Toronto, ON
Works at
Torkin Manes LLP

52 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Matthew Tevlin is a partner at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto, Ontario, and Chair of the firm’s M&A and Private Equity & Venture Capital Groups. His practice focuses on Corporate Law and Venture Capital Law, with additional experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, cross-border matters, and corporate finance.

Matt advises private equity firms, venture capital funds, merchant banks, founders, and established businesses across a range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, retail, pharmaceutical, BPO, and distribution. He works closely with clients on transactions and day-to-day business matters, providing practical legal guidance that aligns with their commercial objectives and long-term growth strategies.

His practice includes share and asset acquisitions and dispositions, debt and equity financings, corporate reorganizations, management buyouts, shareholder matters, and private equity-sponsored transactions. Matt also advises on corporate governance matters and helps clients navigate the legal and business considerations that arise throughout the lifecycle of a company.

Known for his thoughtful and business-minded approach, Matt works with clients to structure and manage complex transactions efficiently while addressing the legal and operational issues that can impact their businesses.

Works at
Torkin Manes LLP

52 Best Lawyers awards

Torkin Manes LLP logo

Locations

Education

  • York University, BA
  • Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, LLB

Bar Admissions

  • Ontario, 1998

Affiliations

  • Association for Corporate Growth - Member
  • Canadian Bar Association - Member
  • Canadian Venture Capital Association - Member
  • Ontario Bar Association - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2027 for work in:
  • Corporate Law
  • Venture Capital Law
Awards:
  • Chambers Canada 2026: Corporate/Commercial: Highly Regarded - Ontario

  • Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2026: Corporate Mid-Market, Private Equity

  • Lexpert Special Edition 2026: M&A

  • Lexpert Special Edition 2026: Finance

  • Chambers Canada 2027: Corporate/Commercial: Highly Regarded

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