Kayley C. Leon

Kayley Leon emphasizes a forward-thinking strategic approach to law which balances legal considerations with practical, business and other non-legal concerns. She is licensed to practise law in Ontario, as well as in the State of California. As a dual-licensed lawyer with experiences in both the United States and Canada, Kayley assists U.S. employers entering the Canadian regulatory landscape.

To ensure her clients stay ahead of potential problems, Kayley reviews and revises internal policies, handbooks, contracts and by-laws, and she tailors in-house training on a variety of topics such as ensuring respect in the workplace and good governance.

Kayley has appeared as counsel before a variety of decision-makers in Canada, including the Ontario Divisional Court, the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal, labour arbitrators and sports panels.

Kayley recognizes that professionals in the entertainment and sports industries require counsel who understand and value the importance of the culture and unique legal issues existing in their industries.

Sports Expertise

Kayley is uniquely positioned to assist clients in the sports space. She has broad experience in sports law and is a passionate representative and advisor for sports organizations at all levels with respect to Rules of Play, Safe Sport (UCCMS), concussion protocol, doping, governance, arbitrations, litigation and other matters.

Outside of her practice, Kayley serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame and Museum, which celebrates and enhances the awareness of Canada’s skiing and snowboarding traditions and accomplishments.  Kayley is also a member of the Sports Lawyers Association and sits on the Communications Committee of Women in Sports Law.

Entertainment, Film and TV

Kayley holds a certificate in entertainment law, and acts as the Past-Chair of the Ontario Bar Association’s Entertainment, Media & Communications Law section.  She provides advice to film and television productions with respect to contract drafting, film safety guidelines  and represents productions in arbitration and throughout all stages of litigation.