Get to Know Us

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.

Lawyers Who Care

At SV Law, we combine up-to-date legal insight with practical expertise to deliver results our clients can rely on. This recognition reflects the confidence our clients and communities have in us, and we’re proud to continue building that trust with every matter we handle.

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

SV Law is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all team members can thrive. We value equity, opportunity, and diverse perspectives as essential to serving our clients and communities.

Interested in Joining the Team?

SV Law is committed to the growth of our employees and practice. We recruit lawyers, students and business professionals with a diverse range of talents and backgrounds to match our growing range of legal services.