Experience You Can Rely On
For over forty years, SV Law has been providing trusted, professional legal services to residents and businesses in Guelph and the surrounding area. We offer clear, practical guidance to help you confidently navigate complex legal matters. Every matter is handled in an approachable and supportive way, so you feel informed, understood, and supported every step of the way.
Trusted By Our Communities
Since 1960, SV Law has been dedicated to serving the community, building trust one case at a time. The recognition we’ve received through various awards, reflects the confidence our clients and neighbors place in us.
2018
Rebranded as SV Law, SV Law + Vorvis, Anderson, Gray Armstrong LLP
SV Law welcomes the clients of Vorvis, Anderson, Gray Armstrong LLP - after the partner's retirement.
2017
SmithValeriote Welcomes Clients of Farley Law Office
Ted Farley’s retirement followed in SmithValeriote LLP welcoming the clients of Farley Law Office. Partner, Lisa Gazzola, assumed responsibility for client matters and continued legal services in corporate law, wills and estates, and residential and commercial real estate.
2012
Grant & Acheson Now Formally Known as SmithValeriote Law Firm
In partnership with Smith Valeriote, Grant & Acheson celebrated the careers of Robert Grant & Cavan Acheson. Grant & Acheson was owned and managed by Vincent Starratt at the time of the merger. Smith Valeriote took over G&A’s clients, and their offices merged to form Smith Valeriote Law Firm LLP.
2011
SmithValeriote Law Firm LLP + Grant & Acheson
2000
SmithValeriote Law Firm LLP
In 1999, Valeriote & Valeriote merged with Smith, Smith, to become SmithValeriote Law Firm. In 2000, they became SmithValeriote Law Firm LLP.
1993
Smith, Smith
1984
Smith, Smith, Gazzola, and Sansom
1983
Valeriote Valeriote
John Valeriote and Frank Valeriote founded Valteriote Valeriote.
1978
Payne, Smith, Smith, Campbell & Gazzola, Vorvis, Anderson, Gray, Armstrong LLP
1968
Braida & Valeriote
John Valeriote (founding partner) practiced with Aldo Braida, and then founded Valeriote & Valeriote with Frank Valeriote shortly thereafter.
1967
Payne, Smith & Smith
1966
Smith & Smith
David Smith founded SmithValeriote Law Firm LLP in 1966 with his law school classmate Paul Smith on a commitment to providing high-quality legal services.
Supporting the Communities We Call Home
How Our Firm Gets Involved
SV Law is proud to support organizations in our local communities through fundraising and sponsorship efforts. We are committed to giving back, strengthening the communities we serve, and making a meaningful impact where it matters most.
How We Each Get Involved
At SV Law, we celebrate how our team gives back—through volunteer work, serving on organizational boards, and supporting causes in our local communities.

