Robert "Rob" Wortzman, M&A Attorney in the United States
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Robert "Rob" Wortzman is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities.
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- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- M&A · Securities
- Handles M&A and Securities matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
About Robert "Rob" Wortzman: Robert "Rob" Wortzman is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities.
Areas of practice
Robert's practice areas in the U.S.
Robert concentrates on m&a and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
M&A cases nationwide
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Securities cases nationwide
Robert takes securities 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Robert "Rob" Wortzman, m&a attorney serving the U.S.
Robert "Rob" Wortzman is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on M&A and Securities. Robert works from the U.S. and takes on m&a matters across the region.
Rob’s practice is focused on corporate and securities law, with an emphasis on corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions.
Rob has significant experience on a wide range of public equity and debt offerings, private placements and M&A transactions and regularly assists issuers, investment dealers, and institutional and private investors on equity and debt financing transactions, ranging from start-up investments, venture capital and private equity investments, to larger public offerings including cross-border offerings in diverse industries including technology, cannabis, life sciences, automotive and consumer product goods.
Rob counsels corporations in all aspects of corporate and commercial activity, including listings on stock exchanges and dealings with provincial securities commissions. Rob also advises reporting issuers in connection with securities compliance and corporate governance matters.
Rob was a former member of the Registration Advisory Committee to the Ontario Securities Commission and was a former member of the Securities Advisory Committee to the Ontario Securities Commission. He is the past chair of the board of directors of Variety Village and sits on a number of board of directors of companies in the life sciences industry.
Rob is recognized in The Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory 2023 for Corporate Mid-Market and Corporate Finance & Securities and is recognized in Lexpert Special Edition: Agribusiness and Cannabis 2020.
He is also recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada 2024 for his work in Mergers & Acquisitions Law and Securities Law and is ranked in the 2023 Chambers Canada guide for Corporate/Commercial: Highly Regarded in Ontario.
How Robert handles m&a matters
Rob’s practice is focused on corporate and securities law, with an emphasis on corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. Rob has significant experience on a wide range of public equity and debt offerings, private placements and M&A transactions and regularly assists issuers, investment dealers, and institutional and private investors on equity and debt financing transactions, ranging from…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for m&a and securities matters in the United States.
Recognition
Robert's legal honors and published work
Robert has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securities Law (2026).
Locations
Robert "Rob" Wortzman's office in Toronto
Robert's primary office is at 365 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Robert "Rob" Wortzman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new m&a attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a m&a attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many m&a 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in m&a practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every m&a 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many m&a practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert "Rob" Wortzman
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a m&a case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some m&a attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do m&a cases in this state typically take?
Simple m&a 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside the area?
Robert evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Robert'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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new m&a clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.