Founder, Principal Lawyer and Managing Director

Syed Abid Hussain

Founder, Principal Lawyer and Managing Director

B.A.; LL.B.; MBA; LL.M., Osgoode Hall Law School

Syed Abid Hussain, (Abid)  is the Founder, Principal Lawyer and Managing Director of SEV LAW Professional Corporation. He maintains a broad practice in corporate and commercial law, civil and commercial litigation, real estate litigation, tax litigation, estates, and administrative law.

Abid has built his practice over many years through longstanding relationships, repeat engagements and referrals. His approach is careful and strategic, with an emphasis on understanding the client’s objectives, identifying material legal and commercial risks, and providing candid advice directed to a practical result

Abid represents clients in civil and commercial litigation, corporate and shareholder disputes, contract disputes, real estate litigation, estate-related matters, administrative proceedings, and tax litigation. He has acted for clients in matters before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Commercial List, and the Court of Appeal for Ontario.

In his corporate and commercial practice, Abid advises on business formation, corporate finance, purchases and sales of businesses, refinancing transactions, franchise matters, and transactions involving tax considerations. His transactional work is informed by his litigation experience, assisting him in identifying legal and commercial risks that may otherwise develop into disputes.

Abid brings a strong business background to his legal practice. He holds an MBA and an LL.M. from Osgoode Hall Law School and has prior experience managing international business ventures. This combination of legal training and business experience assists him in advising entrepreneurs, corporations, property owners, investors, lenders, borrowers, and families on matters involving significant legal, financial, and commercial judgment.

Abid’s practice is guided by careful preparation, candid advice and disciplined problem-solving. His objective is to provide effective and cost-conscious representation while protecting clients’ interests and helping them make informed legal and business decisions.

Practice Areas

  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Civil and Commercial Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Tax Law and Tax Litigation
  • Estates and Estate-Related Matters
  • Administrative Law

Education

B.A.

LL.B.

MBA

LL.M., Osgoode Hall Law School

Contact

For assistance with a matter within Abid’s practice, please contact SEV LAW Professional Corporation at
416 546 2626