About – R&D LLP | Innovative Legal Solutions

Business Law

Built Around You

Our Values

People First

We put relationships at the center of our practice, taking the time to understand your business and objectives rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions.

Built For Complexity

We regularly handle sophisticated transactions and complex disputes well beyond the scale expected of a small firm, delivering nuanced legal advice backed by seamless execution.

A Long-Term Legal Partner

Our job doesn't end on the Closing Date. We build long-term relationships and stick with clients through growth, challenges, and turning points.

Why Choose R&D Legal

R&D LLP—named for founding partners Roane and Dingwall—was founded to offer top-tier business law services without the rigidity, slow pace, and bureaucracy of large Bay Street firms. We stay lean, agile, and client-focused, combining deep legal acumen with responsive service, modern technology, and commercial insight.

Whether you’re growing a business, raising capital, or navigating a transaction we deliver clear recommendations and decisive execution.

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Testimonials

Every client relationship is built on trust. These testimonials reflect the collaborative experience and outcomes we strive to deliver in every single engagement.

This is an incredible firm with a human touch. The practitioners treat you like family and not a client. Very professional, results oriented and client's interest based firm.

Hameed

Commercial Litigation Matter

I've worked with multiple lawyers and my experience with R&D stood out as one in which I could trust the firm and didn't feel like their main objective was to maximize their own interests or financial gain. Instead, they acted with my best interests as the driving focus. I will be using R&D LLP for all future legal projects and know I can safely recommend them to friends and family.

Josh

Structuring, Incorporation & Governance Matter

R&D has had carriage of my civil file for quite some time. Garth and Natasha have been instrumental in steering my case the right way. Their advice and legal expertise will definitely prove fruitful, and I look forward to working with R&D on future cases. I cannot thank Natasha enough for dealing with many of my stressful moments and guiding me. Thank you to everyone at R&D.

Banty

Civil Litigation Matter

Brett and the team were outstanding to deal with, I highly recommend them for any needs they can assist you with. I had no idea what to do or how to go about the situation I found myself in, and after speaking with Brett and explaining the problem he took the lead and explained the path forward. From the first interaction until the last, they always had my best intentions in mind. Thank you to the team for all your hard work.

Sean

M&A Matter

R&D LLP provided exceptional support in litigation and legal advisory services. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough, offering strategic solutions tailored to my needs. They were communicative and ensured I felt confident throughout the process. I highly recommend R&D LLP for their expertise and dedication.

Shiv

Real Estate Litigation Matter

As a small business owner I was referred to Brett and his team. I had a great experience working with them, Brett and his team were thorough, detailed and extremely patient with me and my needs. Communication was excellent and they will be my go to for any legal matters. Highly recommend their services.

Omar

Structuring, Incorporation & Governance Matter

R&D LLP
488 Huron Street
Toronto, ON M5R 2R3

From the first meeting to the final result, we guide clients with structure, strategic thinking, and steadfast advocacy.