Commercial and Business Litigation

17+ Years of Experience

Dedicated to resolving complex legal disputes

Partner at Cambridge LLP

Backed by an award-winning, pre-eminent law firm

Qualified Arbitrator (Q.Arb)

Gold-standard training for strategic resolution

Proven Courtroom Advocate

Appears before the Ontario Superior Court & Court of Appeal.

Commercial and business litigation involves legal disputes between businesses, corporations, shareholders, partners, or other parties. These disputes may involve breach of contract, shareholder and partnership conflicts, fiduciary duties, commercial fraud, franchise disputes, and other business-related claims. Ruzbeh Hosseini represents clients in Toronto and across Canada in both pursuing and defending complex commercial disputes.

Commercial and Business litigation dispute meeting with professionals reviewing contracts and business documents

Commercial and business litigation can be costly, disruptive, and time-consuming. Ruzbeh Hosseini helps businesses, entrepreneurs, shareholders, and professionals navigate commercial disputes with practical legal strategies designed to protect their interests and support their long-term objectives.

His practice includes contract disputes, shareholder and partnership conflicts, oppression remedy claims, breach of fiduciary duty matters, commercial fraud, franchise disputes, and other complex business litigation. Whether pursuing a claim or defending one, Ruzbeh provides strategic advocacy tailored to the unique circumstances of each dispute.

Commercial Litigation Representation For Businesses And Professionals

Ruzbeh Hosseini provides strategic and effective representation to businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals involved in commercial disputes. He advises clients at all stages of litigation, with a focus on protecting their legal rights, financial interests, and long-term business objectives.

Based in Toronto, He advises businesses and professionals on commercial disputes that require early risk assessment, practical strategy, and decisive action. and: In contract dispute matters, he assists with breach of contract claims, enforcement issues, failed commercial relationships, and disputes with significant financial or operational consequences.

Commercial Contract And Business Dispute Services

In contract dispute matters, he assists clients with breach of contract claims, enforcement issues, failed commercial relationships, and disputes that carry significant financial or operational consequences. His goal is to help clients resolve disputes efficiently while protecting their broader commercial interests. 

  • Contract disputes
  • Breach of contract claims
  • Shareholder disputes
  • Partnership disputes
  • Oppression remedy claims
  • Breach of fiduciary duty claims
  • Commercial fraud matters
  • Franchise disputes
  • Business tort claims
  • Other complex commercial disputes

Ruzbeh regularly assists businesses involved in contractual disagreements, enforcement actions, and disputes arising from failed commercial relationships. He advises clients on breach of contract claims and other business disputes that may have significant financial, operational, or reputational consequences.

Shareholder And Partnership Disputes

Disputes between shareholders, business partners, and company stakeholders can quickly affect business continuity and profitability. Ruzbeh acts for shareholders, directors, officers, and business owners involved in governance disputes, ownership conflicts, oppression claims, and partnership disagreements.

He works closely with shareholders, directors, officers, and business owners to protect their legal and commercial interests while pursuing practical resolutions that align with their business objectives.

 Why Businesses Choose Ruzbeh Hosseini

17+ Years Of Commercial Litigation Experience

  • Advises businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals in complex commercial disputes
  • Experience across contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, partnership disputes, and commercial litigation matters
  • Strategic guidance throughout all stages of the litigation process

Courtroom And Arbitration Experience

  • Qualified Arbitrator (Q.Arb) with experience in litigation and dispute resolution
  • Regularly appears before Ontario courts and tribunals
  • Practical insight into negotiation, arbitration, mediation, and court proceedings

Business-Focused Legal Strategy

  • Clear, practical advice focused on commercial objectives
  • Early risk assessment and strategic planning
  • Responsive representation designed to protect business and financial interests

Representative Commercial Litigation Experience

For businesses, shareholders and referring counsel, these examples show how Ruzbeh has handled commercial disputes involving ownership, shareholder remedies and enforcement across borders. His representative experience includes: 

Business ownership and joint venture dispute. 12563789 Canada Inc. et al. v. Tiki Tours International Corp., 2025 ONSC 1846 - Ruzbeh acted for the plaintiffs in a dispute over business ownership and an alleged joint venture, together with breach of fiduciary duty and defamation claims. After trial, the Ontario Superior Court declared the corporate plaintiff the sole owner of the disputed boats and awarded $90,000 in damages. The Ontario Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal in 2026 and awarded the respondents $17,000 in costs. 

Oppression claim and security for costs. Nevada Tours v. Worldwide Charter Group, 2023 ONSC 108740 - Ruzbeh acts for the plaintiff in a dispute where the court treated the claim against a corporate principal as an oppression claim. The court dismissed a motion that would have required the plaintiff to post security for costs and awarded the plaintiff $6,000 in costs.

Cross-border judgment enforcement. Bienstock v. Adenyo Inc., 2015 ONCA 310 - Ruzbeh acted for the respondent in an appeal about whether a Delaware judgment exceeding US$3 million and that included non-monetary orders could be enforced in Ontario. The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal and awarded the respondent $25,000 in costs.

Ruzbeh also co-chairs Cambridge LLP’s Cross-Border Litigation Group, in addition to his practice in the firm’s Business Litigation Group.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Should I Bring To An Initial Commercial Litigation Consultation?2026-09-14T08:46:06-04:00

Relevant contracts, correspondence, financial records, corporate documents, court materials, and a summary of the dispute can help provide a clearer understanding of the matter.

Can A Commercial Dispute Be Resolved Without Going To Court?2026-09-14T08:35:05-04:00

Many commercial disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or other settlement processes. The appropriate approach depends on the facts, legal issues, and objectives of the parties involved.

When Should A Business Contact A Commercial Litigation Lawyer?2026-09-14T08:42:17-04:00

Businesses should seek legal advice as soon as a significant dispute arises or legal action is threatened. Early involvement can help identify risks, preserve evidence, and assess available legal options.

Speak With A Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Commercial disputes often require timely action to protect legal rights and business interests. Ruzbeh Hosseini provides experienced representation for commercial and business litigation matters involving contracts and other complex business disputes throughout Toronto and Canada.

Whether acting for closely held businesses, corporations, or individual stakeholders, Ruzbeh Hosseini is committed to providing clear advice, responsive service, and effective advocacy tailored to each client’s commercial needs.

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