Michael E. Reed Michael Reed has practiced in Barrie since 1972, building a large clientele base consisting of second and third-generation individuals. An extensive portion of his practice involves residential real estate covering new homes, condominiums, re-sales and refinancing, as well as commercial real estate and leasing. Michael also practices in the area of wills, powers of attorney, estate planning for disabled individuals (Henson Trusts), and the utilization of trusts, estate planning, and administration of estates. The corporate portion of Michael’s practice consists of some 400 companies, including some of Simcoe County’s largest private corporations and farming enterprises. Included in this area of law are acquisitions, mergers, re-organizations, amalgamations of businesses, purchase and sale of businesses by way of asset transactions and/or sale share transactions, and partnership agreements. Other projects include subdivision development and severances for corporate and individual clients. Having obtained his Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Osgoode Hall Law School, Michael has conducted several mediation sessions to resolve commercial disputes. Michael has been a highly active member of the community through his involvement with Simcoe Community Services, Junior Achievement, masons, Shriners, Minor Baseball Association, and Barrie Integrated Baseball Association. By Justin DominicMay 28, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Cayley A. Rodd Cayley acts for many individuals and businesses in the practice areas of Business and Corporate law, Not-for-Profits and Charities, Wills, Trusts, Estate Administration, Commercial Real Estate and Leasing and Residential Real Estate. Cayley joined the firm in January of 2018 after relocating from Cambridge, Ontario, where she practiced for 9 years with Pavey Law LLP. Prior to her time in Cambridge, Cayley was a lawyer with Torys LLP in Toronto. Cayley currently represents large and small corporations as well as individuals in and around Simcoe County, helping with their business and personal legal needs. She has assisted with the purchase and sale of companies, incorporation of for-profit and not-for-profit companies, professional corporations and sole proprietorships, as well as helping existing companies with shareholder agreements, restructuring and creating family trusts. Cayley provides advice to business owners and individuals alike on their wills and estate planning issues and helps executors in the administration of estates. She has extensive experience in residential home purchases, sales and refinances, as well as in commercial real estate purchases and sales, as well as leases for both residential and commercial properties. Outside of the office, she enjoys reading all varieties of books, has very eclectic tastes in music and stays active by curling, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing and exploring the County’s highways by bicycle and looks forward to getting more involved in the Barrie community. Cayley is currently Chair of the Board of Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region and the past-president and past-treasurer of the Rotary Club of Cambridge (Preston-Hespeler). Cayley has presented at seminars hosted by local Chambers of Commerce as well as to smaller groups organized by local banking institutions, other organizations, and stroke survivor organizations and welcomes the opportunity to speak to other groups By Justin DominicMay 28, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
George Messih George Messih joined Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in 2019 as an associate in our real estate, corporate, and estates groups. Prior to joining DSF, George worked at a boutique law firm in Toronto, and his practice focused on commercial and residential real estate, business acquisitions, and estate planning and administration. With a client-centred approach and the ability to anticipate issues before they arise, George is a reference point to clients who rely on him for timely advice and the smooth carriage of their files. George obtained his Bachelor`s degree in economics from McMaster University. He later travelled to the UK to study law at the University of South Wales, where he received his LL.B. During this time, he volunteered at the student legal aid clinic where he worked closely with lawyers from leading UK law firms in assisting members of the community with contract, tenancy, and various advisory matters. A firm believer in life-long learning, George continued his professional development at Osgoode Hall Law School, where he completed the Intensive Program in Wills & Estates in April, 2018. George will also be completing the Osgoode Certificate in Health Law in April, 2020 in order to better assist his corporate clients in the health care industry. TESTIMONIALS “George Messih was very helpful and showed great dedication to every detail regarding our recent legal issues. He listened to our needs and walked us through each step of the process”. – Freida Linke “George is knowledgeable and professional. His availability and flexibility made for a great buying experience”. – Ian Loney “George Messih was very helpful to us for our legal needs. I highly recommend him and this law firm because he was very knowledgeable, responsive, accommodating to our needs, and was really on the ball for all the deadlines and requirements we needed to meet. He really didn’t miss a beat! In addition to his reasonable fees, level of professionalism, hard work and expertise, we were extremely happy with our decision to work with George and Devry Smith Frank LLP”. – Martina Bekhit By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 27, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Eric C. Taves Eric Taves graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School and has practiced law in the City of Barrie since 1976. He moved his practice to Devry Smith Frank LLP (“DSF”) in September of 2016 where he continues to provide legal services to his clients. His practice focus is corporate/commercial, commercial and residential real estate and estate planning. Eric’s corporate law concentration includes legal support for numerous professional practices including legal, medical, dental and veterinary practices, the educational sector and numerous manufacturing, service and construction industries. Eric utilizes a team-centred approach to his law practice that includes longstanding relationships with the banking and accounting communities in Barrie. Eric is a committed volunteer supporting many charitable organizations in Barrie and has served as board chair of both the Simcoe-Muskoka YMCA and the MacLaren Art Centre. By Justin DominicMay 26, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
