mechantaf law

commercial litigation | mediation | arbitration

Location
2187 Fiddlers Way, Oakville, ON L6M 0L6
Our hours
Monday - Friday 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

About us

We advocate when needed. We resolve when possible.
At Mechantaf Law, we represent businesses, professionals, and individuals in complex disputes throughout the Greater Toronto Area and across Ontario. Our practice is built around a simple principle: the best outcome is not always achieved in the courtroom. We advocate when needed. We resolve when possible. And when mediation or arbitration offers a more effective path forward, we help our clients pursue it.
Our strength lies in merging the extensive experience typical of larger firms with the personalized attention of a boutique practice. This approach enables us to swiftly adapt to shifting legal environments and devise strategies to address our clients' ever-changing needs. Our practice focuses on commercial litigation, mediation, and arbitration, with experience across a range of business and civil matters, including corporate law, business disputes, construction law, real estate, professional liability, and personal injury. We understand that every dispute has legal, financial, and practical consequences. Our role is to identify those consequences, understand what matters most to our clients, and develop a strategy that serves their interests—whether that means negotiating a resolution, mediating a dispute, proceeding to arbitration, or vigorously advocating before the courts. Beyond representing clients, Mechantaf Law also provides mediation and arbitration services, serving as a neutral mediator or arbitrator to assist parties in resolving disputes efficiently, fairly, and thoughtfully.

Services

Litigation
Arbitration
Mediation
Construction
Real Estate
Corporate
Professional Liability
Insurance
Khalil Mechantaf, Q.ArbAdmitted to the Law Society of Ontario and Senior Courts of England & Wales
Khalil Mechantaf (He/Him)Ph.D., LL.M., Q.Arb
Called to the bar in 2009, Khalil Mechantaf is a bilingual, dual-qualified barrister with extensive experience in commercial litigation, arbitration, mediation, and complex dispute resolution. Before founding Mechantaf Law in 2024, Khalil practised at leading English, U.S., and Canadian law firms, acting for businesses, Fortune 100 companies, public-sector bodies, and other institutional clients in high-value commercial disputes. Khalil’s practice focuses on commercial, construction, infrastructure, and insurance related matters. He has represented clients across the business and construction supply chains in matters involving a broad range of project delivery models, contractual frameworks, and institutional arbitration rules. His work combines strategic advisory support with advocacy before courts, arbitral tribunals, mediators, dispute adjudication boards, and other decision-makers. In addition to his counsel practice, Khalil sits as an arbitrator and mediator. He holds the Q.Arb designation from the ADR Institute of Canada and regularly speaks at legal and industry conferences in Canada and internationally. Through Mechantaf Law, Khalil provides clients with focused, senior-level advocacy, practical judgment, and direct client attention in complex commercial disputes.
Khalil speaks English and French, and is happy to serve clients in either language. 
EDUCATION
University Paris-1, Panthéon Sorbonne, 2019Ph.D. in International Arbitration
University College London, 2011LLM in International Business Law magna cum laude
University Paris 11, 2005Masters in Diplomacy and Strategic Negotiations magna cum laude
University La Sagesse, 2003Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) cum laude
MEMBERSHIPS
ADR Institute of Canada roster of arbitrators
Vancouver International Arbitration Centre panel of arbitrators
CBA ADR section, Secretary (2026-2027)


Testimonials

When we found ourselves in a complex shareholder relationship, Mechantaf Law provided invaluable counsel and guidance. They took the time to understand the full scope of the situation, including the nuances of our shareholder agreements and business structure. The legal opinion they provided was not only precise but also offered creative solutions that helped us in finding different perspectives. We greatly appreciate their expertise and highly recommend their services.
I cannot thank Mechantaf Law enough for their expert guidance in navigating the complexities of recovering our assets. Their strategic approach in negotiating with the relevant parties was invaluable. Their dedication, clear communication, and commitment to securing the best possible outcome have been truly commendable.
Zander Trottier, CEO
Grafe LibaoGB Systems
Sawssan Alayche, CEOLouis Le Grand
Khalil combines sharp legal analysis with practical commercial judgment. He is strategic, responsive, and highly effective in guiding clients through complex disputes