Edward W. Johnston

4.5 (6 reviews )

Toronto Ontario Canada

Private Funds Law

Recognized Since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020

416-862-7525 Website

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Edward W. Johnston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Private Funds Law.Edward W., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edward W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Edward W. Johnston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Private Funds Law.Edward W., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edward W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Edward W. Johnston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Private Funds Law.

Edward W., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edward W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Private Funds Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Private Funds Law

Reviews

4.5 / 5

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Amara Okonkwo

Jan 04, 2026

Exceptional communication made our complex fund launch smooth

As a first-time fund manager, I was overwhelmed by the regulatory requirements for launching our private equity fund in Toronto. Edward W. Johnston was incredibly responsive—he always returned my call...

Henrik Johansson

Jan 04, 2026

Deep expertise navigated our cross-border fund restructuring flawlessly

Our hedge fund needed restructuring across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions, a task requiring profound knowledge of private funds law. Edward W. Johnston's expertise was immediately evident—he cited re...

Yuki Nakamura

Jan 04, 2026

Secured a favorable settlement for our investment dispute

When our venture capital fund faced a contentious dispute with a portfolio company over fund terms, Edward W. Johnston achieved an outstanding settlement. He leveraged his private funds law expertise...

Fatima Al-Rashid

Jan 04, 2026

Compassionate guidance during a stressful fund dissolution

Dissolving our family office fund was emotionally taxing, but Edward W. Johnston provided unwavering compassion throughout. He listened patiently to our concerns, validated our stress, and tailored hi...

Diego Alvarez

Jan 04, 2026

Utmost professionalism in handling our high-stakes fund merger

Edward W. Johnston's professionalism was exemplary during our complex merger of two private equity funds. His reputation in Toronto's legal circles, evidenced by his Best Lawyers recognition since 202...