Substance Law
Substance Law is a boutique law firm based in Canada that provides corporate, regulatory, and commercial legal services to businesses operating in highly regulated sectors. The firm is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and advises clients across industries such as cannabis, psychedelics, alcohol, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, financial technology (fintech), and blockchain.
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| Type | Law Firm |
| Industry | Law |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Founder | Harrison Jordan |
| Area served | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Key people | Harrison Jordan |
| Services | Legal Advice, Legal Opinion Letters, Regulatory Compliance, Contract Review, Negotiation and Drafting, M&A Support, Transactional Support |
| Number of employees | 2 |
| Website | https://substancelaw.ca/ |
Overview
Substance Law supports entrepreneurs, startups, and established organizations in navigating complex regulatory systems. The firm is well known for its strong focus on compliance, licensing, and strategic legal advisory work within industries subject to strict federal and provincial oversight in Canada.
The firm was created with the intention of making regulatory law more accessible for emerging and innovative industries. Over time, it has developed a reputation for combining legal knowledge with practical, business-oriented solutions. Its clients include both Canadian and international companies seeking to operate or expand in the Canadian market.
Practice areas
Substance Law delivers a wide range of legal services tailored to regulated industries, including:
- Regulatory compliance
- Licensing and permits
- Corporate law
- Commercial transactions
- Blockchain and fintech law
- Intellectual property
- Mergers and acquisitions
Industry focus
The firm is active in several emerging and highly regulated sectors, including:
- Cannabis and psychedelics
- Alcohol, tobacco, and vaping industries
- Food, beverages, and nutraceuticals
- Pharmaceuticals and health-related products
- Financial services, with a focus on anti-money laundering (AML) compliance
- Blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 technologies
Leadership
Substance Law is led by lawyer Harrison Jordan, whose work centers on regulatory compliance, blockchain-related legal matters, fintech regulation, and anti-money laundering frameworks. He has also been featured in and contributed to international media commentary.
Client base
The firm primarily works with:
- Early-stage startups and emerging companies
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- International businesses entering the Canadian market
Substance Law is recognized for its practical, client-oriented approach, integrating regulatory expertise with strategic business guidance to help clients operate effectively in complex legal environments.