Before starting a degree in law, Toufic did a Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, serving him a great deal in analyzing the regulatory issues affecting the Canadian digital asset and blockchain market. Though entrepreneurship was always his passion, it will forever be cemented as plan B after a miserable failed attempt at playing football for Chelsea F.C.

With a strong background in software engineering and 8 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, Robert focuses on counselling clients in the technology and start-up industries by helping them with commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and contract drafting and negotiation.

Throughout all his endeavours, David has always placed team building and leadership at the forefront of his work, all while leveraging the latest in technology to achieve his personal goals. The desire to do this at a larger scale is what led David to launch companies that are disrupting the traditional legal landscape and spearhead Canada’s first digital law firm.  

Prior to joining the firm, Aaron was an equity partner at Aird & Berlis. He is also the Co-Founder of 4L Academy 🎓, a training organization that provides modern, interactive training for young Canadian lawyers and law students. His practice focuses on M&A and tech, though he also works with a broad range of clients on corporate and commercial matters.  

Sherry is an associate by day and a clothes designer by night. With experience in human resource management and entrepreneurship, she brings creativity to everything she works on. However, what sets her apart is her passion for work and eager pursuit of development. When she’s not working as an associate, she’s managing the jewelry brand she founded: Princess Jewelry International.  

Pouya is a forward-thinking business lawyer with a keen interest in innovative and disruptive technologies. Specializing in blockchain and digital assets, Pouya is an associate primarily practicing in the tech industry. With a JD from the U of T and a background in philosophy, you’ll never find a dull conversation with him. When he's not doing law, he's probably spinning beats or organizing parties. 🎉

Specializing in corporate, commercial, and transactional law, Manoug brings his experience in associations and NGOs to transcend the traditional legal services. Equipped with a JD and LLL from the University of Ottawa, Manoug also boasts about interning in a Washington DC lobby group and at a UN embassy in NYC that allowed him to engage further in Canadian, US, and international politics. If that wasn’t impressive enough, Manoug is also a gourmet food connoisseur 🧐

Talia has been with Renno & Co since her first year of law school. With her knowledge and passion for tech law, she has seamlessly assisted the legal team with corporate documentations. In her free time, Talia is teasing Manoug (the person here 👈🏻) or growing her collection of hard copy DVDs Blockbuster jealous (R.I.P.).  

Sara is Renno & Co’s digital marketing Ninja, and the person behind the firm’s digital presence. Leveraging her education in Marketing and experience managing her own brand on social media, Sara is working towards establishing Renno & Co as Canada’s #1 digital law firm!  

Ari is living proof that no one can help startups better than entrepreneurs themselves. As an LLP and founder of several companies, ones including Nanaglow Skincare, Ari brings his experience and expertise to provide the best tailor-made legal services to every client. With the philosophy of leading without a title, Ari continuously exceeds expectations through knowledge, energy and perseverance.  

With 5 years of experience as a Financial Analyst and an MBA in her pocket, Dolly brings her skills in planning and executing projects to the firm. She previously worked in the Global Research & Analytics division at CRISIL and is now responsible for managing all of Renno & Co’s projects and communicating responsibilities amongst the team.

As a second-year law student at the University of Ottawa with a background in Finance, Neel leverages his knowledge in researching to refresh Renno & Co on the latest regulatory changes occurring within the fields of securities and emerging technologies law. Outside of law, Neel has a passion for sports and film.

Ilia is a creative and detail-oriented Physics graduate who resolves the firm’s technical issues and ensures proper coordination across all platforms. Known for tenacity and success in a wide range of research and engineering contexts, Ilia is also successfully published in the field of astrophysics but boasts more about his Led Zeppelin obsession.  

Ilia is a creative and detail-oriented Physics graduate who resolves the firm’s technical issues and ensures proper coordination across all platforms. Known for tenacity and success in a wide range of research and engineering contexts, Ilia is also successfully published in the field of astrophysics but boasts more about his Led Zeppelin obsession.  

As a journalism student with a passion for content creation and digital marketing, Chase is determined to qualify herself through experience. As the youngest employee at Renno & Co, she brings her writing skills and creativity to lead social media campaigns and generate projects to showcase the culture of the firm. When she’s not working, Chase is sharing food with the rest of the world on her blogs.