Overview

Jules is a partner with Dentons' Real Estate group in Toronto, where he is focused on the acquisition, sale, financing and development of complex high-rise, mixed-use and residential condominium properties. As one of Canada’s most respected pundits on condominium law and the Greater Toronto Area’s soaring real estate landscape, he represents many of the country’s most prominent development companies on their multi-faceted, multi-million-dollar projects combining residential, commercial and retail space. He also acts on the acquisition and sale of various types of real estate, including industrial portfolios and shopping centres.

Jules’ illustrious career, which spans more than three decades, has earned him the attention and respect of high-profile developers who are constructing some of Toronto’s biggest, tallest and most impressive properties that are transforming the city’s landscape. They turn to Jules for his no-nonsense, soup-to-nuts approach on matters related to acquisition of property, drafting of contracts and disclosure documentation right through to closings. In 2018 alone, he and his team of legal professionals completed more than 2,000 condominium unit closings.

Noted for his sound and experienced counsel, and his impeccable attention to detail, Jules has spoken on various real estate topics and is consistently recognized as one of the top lawyers in the country in real estate law (Best Lawyers of Canada, 2008 to 2019; and Chambers Canada, 2016 to 2019), property development law (Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, 2010-2018) and Legal 500 (2018-2019). He is exceptionally committed to his clients, always ensuring his availability as their elaborate multi-phase projects unfold.

First recognized in 2008, Jules has been commended for his extensive knowledge and experience in a variety of respected publications, including:

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Practice Areas

• Condominium Law
• Real Estate
• Corporate Law
• Estates & Trusts

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1982 (ON)