John Lewis

John is a Partner at Ross & McBride LLP, practising in the Business Law Group.
 
John's practice is dedicated to providing owners and managers of private businesses with the advice, support and strategic counsel they require to successfully operate within the laws and regulatory requirements of Ontario and Canada. He counsels clients on corporate structure (incorporations, partnerships, joint ventures), buying and selling businesses, financing, and asset protection through prudent succession planning.

Areas of Expertise

• Commercial Agreements and Contracts
• Corporate Reorganizations
• Purchase and Sale of Businesses
• Incorporation of Health Professionals
• Partnerships/Cost Sharing Associations
• Cross-border financing
• Franchising and Licensing
• Commercial Leases
• Asset Protection
• Estate Planning

Organizations and Activities

• Hamilton Law Association - Trustee
• Bishop Joseph Francis Ryan Foundation - Trustee
• Arts Hamilton (Board Member/Past President)
• Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra - Board Member
• Catholic Family Services of Hamilton-Wentworth (Board Member/Past President)
• Hamilton Police Service - Citizen Advisory Committee
• Hamilton Spectator Community Editorial Board
• Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton - Board of Directors