Lorne Shapiro B.A., LL.B.

Called to the bar in 1979

Lorne graduated from the University of Manitoba in 1974 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies and obtained his law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1977. He was called to the Ontario bar in 1979.

Lorne strives to get to know his clients' businesses, enabling him to take big picture client issues into consideration and to provide prompt, practical, and creative advice with the most effective solutions available.

Much of Lorne's practice is in commercial real estate, acting for clients in mortgage refinancing and the purchase and sale of apartment buildings, plazas and other commercial property. He has extensive experience in condominium development and management issues, and the conversion of residential apartments to condominium status. His practice also encompasses residential real estate, commercial leasing, mortgage remedies and appearances before various Committees of Adjustment and the Ontario Municipal Board.

Lorne's network of real estate contacts throughout the GTA help him stay current with market developments and apply real-world knowledge to assist his clients. Lorne enjoys structuring deals and working with clients to add value and optimize business opportunities.

Lorne's practice also includes providing advice to small business owners on general legal and business problems, including leasing, corporate reorganizations and general commercial matters.

Lorne plays golf whenever he can, enjoys cycling through Toronto's extensive park network and spending time with his wife and three children. He is member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and is a former member of the executive of the Real Estate Section of the Canadian Bar Association (Ontario).

Practice Areas

Contact

lshapiro@basmansmith.com
416-860-1911
1 Dundas Street West
Suite 2400
Box 37
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 1Z3