Lara Vos Smith, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A
PartneratDentons Canada LLP
Practicing business since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lara Vos Smith is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Lara has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
- Based in
- Ottawa, ON
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · General · M&A
- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Ottawa, ON.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lara Vos Smith: Lara Vos Smith is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Lara has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lara Vos Smith
Lara concentrates on business, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Lara takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lara agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Lara takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lara agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Lara takes m&a matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lara agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lara Vos Smith — Over 22 years of the U.S. business experience
Lara Vos Smith is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Lara has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Lara Vos Smith is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Lara received a degree from Queen's University in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years. Lara practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Ottawa, ON.
Lara's approach to business cases
Lara Vos Smith is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Lara received a degree from Queen's University in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years. Lara practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Ottawa, ON.
The kind of cases Lara takes
Lara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in the United States.
Credentials
Lara Vos Smith's legal education and bar admissions
University of Toronto
LL.B. · 2003
Queen's University
M.I.R. University · 1997
Jurisdictions
Lara's state bar admissions
Ontario
2004 · ACTIVE
Lara studied at LL.B. in University of Toronto and M.I.R. University in Queen's University.
Law school and academic background
Lara completed LL.B. in University of Toronto and M.I.R. University in Queen's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lara runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lara's professional memberships and bar associations
Activities and Affiliations •Member, Canadian Bar Association •Member, Ontario Bar Association
membership
Locations
Lara Vos Smith's office in Ottawa
Lara's primary office is at 99 Bank Street, Suite 1420, Ottawa, ON, K1P 1H4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lara Vos Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lara's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lara
Lara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lara Vos Smith
How much does it cost to hire Lara for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lara offer a free consultation?
Lara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lara's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lara's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lara take my case if I'm outside the area?
Lara evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Lara's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lara?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lara accepting new business clients right now?
Lara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.