Mann Lawyers LLP

05/28/2026

Mann on First is ready! Looking forward to a fun season ahead in the Ottawa Legal Softball League.

05/26/2026

The Mann Lawyers/Escape Manor Fall Classic in support of the Ottawa Network for Education / Réseau d'Ottawa pour l'Éducation is ALMOST SOLD OUT! Only 4 foursomes remain. To register, please click here: https://forms.office.com/r/8zSx5Z7L5R

05/26/2026

For Ontario homebuyers, purchasing a resale home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between choosing the right neighbourhood, negotiating price, and planning your move, important legal considerations can sometimes fall through the cracks.

Whether you are a first-time buyer or making a move to your next home, here are five common legal mistakes to watch for during a resale home transaction, along with practical tips to help you avoid them.

Calling all Ontario homebuyers! In the excitement of purchasing your first home, relocating, or downsizing, it can be easy to lose track of critical legal details. While you focus on price, location, and style, keep an eye on these five common legal mistakes made during resale home transactions, and...

05/22/2026

Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as an entrepreneur. Join Colton Allen for this hybrid workshop on May 27, where you’ll gain a clear, practical overview of the legal and strategic considerations behind structuring your business from day one.

👉 Click here to register for this free Invest Ottawa workshop: https://www.investottawa.ca/eventbrite-event/business-structures-explained-a-guide-for-entrepreneurs-in-person/

Colton will break down the key types of business organizations and what they mean for you:

➡️ Sole Proprietorships – Understand how this simple structure works, along with its advantages, risks, and when it makes sense.

➡️ Partnerships – Learn how partnerships are formed, the different types available, and the benefits and potential pitfalls of sharing ownership.

➡️ Incorporation – Take a deeper dive into corporations, including ownership, limited liability, tax considerations, continuity, and tools like employee stock options.

Details Date: May 27 Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Category: Invest Ottawa Events Click to Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/business-structures-explained-a-guide-for-entrepreneurs-in-person-tickets-1988016047514 May 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Business Structures Explained: A Guide for Entrepr...

05/19/2026

We had the pleasure of attending the Greater Ottawa Home Builders'​ Association (GOHBA) Women Breaking Ground event last week. Builders, developers, real estate professionals, lenders, designers, lawyers and advocates - the turn out was huge for this gathering that celebrated and empowered women across the housing industry.

05/08/2026

Come join our team!

👉 https://www.mannlawyers.com/working-here/career-opportunities/

05/07/2026

We are proud to support the incredible work of the Ottawa Network for Education / Réseau d'Ottawa pour l'Éducation and had a lovely time at last night’s Spark Soirée. ✨ As a sponsor of this inspiring event, it was wonderful to see our community come together in support of programs that help local students thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.

Thank you to everyone who made the evening such a success. We’re grateful to be part of a community that believes in investing in the future of Ottawa’s students.

⛳We’re also excited to continue supporting ONFE as we prepare for our upcoming charity golf tournament this September. For more information, please email [email protected].

05/05/2026

We’re just 10 days away from the Early Bird registration deadline and spots are filling up quickly.

If you’ve been meaning to register your foursome, now’s the time. Our Early Bird rate of $1,200 per foursome ends May 15 - after that, registration increases to $1,400.

Join us on September 24, 2026 for a fantastic day of golf, networking, and community impact, all in support of the Ottawa Network for Education / Réseau d'Ottawa pour l'Éducation, helping ensure local students start their day ready to learn.

👉 Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/8zSx5Z7L5R

A huge thanks to our ongoing Presenting Sponsor, BMO!

Escape Manor

05/05/2026

Deadlines in real estate deals aren’t always “approximate.”

With a “time is of the essence” clause, missing a deadline—even slightly—can trigger serious consequences, including termination rights.

Our latest post explains why precision matters.

The 2025 Ontario Court of Appeal decision of Correa v. Valstar Homes (Oakville Sixth Line) Inc. (2025 ONCA 156), demonstrates that “time is of the essence” clauses will be strictly interpreted in real estate transactions in Ontario, even when a delay is as short as nine minutes. Background In 20...

05/01/2026

We are pleased to welcome Xinyi (Sydnie) Pu to our Business Law team.

04/30/2026

A great Tuesday afternoon at EO Ottawa’s Centre Ice Leadership event at the Canadian Tire Centre.

From Cyril Leeder’s perspective on leading a major sports organization to candid insights from EO entrepreneurs, the conversations highlighted what strong leadership looks like in action.

We’re proud to support the EO Ottawa chapter and the incredible community it fosters.