Collective Minds. Singular Focus - Your Future

Rooted in Collaboration. Built for You.

The CRS Law Collective is more than just a law firm — it's a vision born out of mutual respect, shared values, and a deep commitment to serving people better.

In 2024, long-time colleagues and like-minded professionals from Carson Law and Rinaldi Silva LLP came together under one roof. What started as conversations between peers — sharing ideas, problem-solving tough cases, and reflecting on how to do law differently — grew into something more: a vision for a collaborative legal experience that puts clients at the center.

We asked ourselves: Why work apart when we can do so much more together?

The CRS Law Collective was created to eliminate unnecessary duplication, improve efficiency, and most importantly, offer an elevated client experience. By combining our strengths, resources, and nearly 120 years of collective legal experience, we’ve built a practice where insight flows freely and every client benefits from the wisdom of multiple seasoned lawyers working in sync.

Our collaboration is built on:

  • Trust and Communication — the kind you only develop after years of shared experiences.

  • A Unified Standard of Care — where every client receives the same high level of responsiveness, clarity, and respect.

  • A Personal, Human Approach — we don’t just want to solve your legal matters, we want to be people you can trust and relate to.

Though we remain distinct in our legal structures, our teams work side-by-side every day, swapping ideas over coffee, bouncing strategies down the hallway, and offering one another support — all in service of better outcomes for the people and businesses we serve.

At The CRS Law Collective, our doors are open, our minds are collaborative, and our focus is always you.

Whether you’re buying a home, planning your estate, building a business, or navigating a dispute — we’re here for you with legal solutions that are thoughtful, practical, and personal.

The Collective

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J. Ryan J. Carson

With a passion for client-focused service and practical legal solutions, Ryan Carson leads Carson Law with energy, integrity, and vision. Since founding the firm in 2013, Ryan has built a dynamic legal team dedicated to delivering results in real estate, corporate law, estate planning, intellectual property, and litigation. A graduate of Acadia University and the University of Windsor Law School, Ryan brings over 15 years of experience to every client file—combining legal insight with a deep understanding of business and personal needs.

Known for his hands-on approach, Ryan is committed to creating an accessible, responsive, and modern legal experience. Under his leadership, Carson Law has grown into one of Burlington’s most trusted full-service law firms, serving clients across the GTA and Golden Horseshoe. Whether you're buying your first home, launching a business, or protecting your legacy, Ryan and his team provide clear guidance and exceptional value at every step.

E-mail: ryan@crslaw.ca

Vince A. Rinaldi

Licenced to practice in Canada and the U.S., Vince A. Rinaldi brings over 28 years of trusted legal experience to clients across Ontario. Known for his calm, confident guidance, Vince’s practice focuses on real estate law and estate planning, helping individuals, families, and businesses make smart, secure decisions for the future.

Whether you’re buying a home, preparing your Will, or managing a loved one’s Estate, Vince has the ability to make the complex feel simple—and the stressful feel manageable. Backed by years of experience in government, private practice, and the title insurance industry, Vince delivers sound legal advice with clarity, efficiency, and care.

Clients retain Vince for his practical insight, personal approach, and proven track record of getting results—because when it matters most, you want experience you can rely on.

E-mail: vince@crslaw.ca

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Paul J. Silva

With over two decades of legal experience, Paul J. Silva is a trusted advisor in real estate, wills and estates, and corporate law. Known for his practical guidance and approachable manner, Paul has helped thousands of clients navigate complex transactions with confidence and clarity. His career includes senior roles in private practice and title insurance, bringing a well-rounded perspective to every file.

Fluent in English, French, and Portuguese, Paul proudly serves Burlington’s diverse community. He’s particularly known for his meticulous attention to detail in residential and commercial real estate closings, as well as his strategic insight in estate and business planning.

A founding partner of Rinaldi Silva LLP, Paul is deeply committed to client care and community service, with past leadership roles in the Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore and Luso Charities. Whether you're buying a home, drafting a will, or growing your business, Paul combines experience and empathy to protect what matters most.

E-mail: paul@crslaw.ca

Legal Practice Areas

  • Real Estate Law

    Residential and commercial real estate transactions, purchases, sales, refinances, private lending, leasing, investment properties, and landlord & tenant matters.

  • Corporate Law

    Business formation and registration, incorporation, shareholder agreements, investor structures, annual minute books, business purchases and sales, commercial leases, contracts, and corporate governance.

  • Estate Planning and Administration

    Drafting and updating wills, powers of attorney, trusts, probate and estate administration, professional executor services, coordinated estate planning with tax and financial advisors.

  • Intellectual Property

    Preparation and filing of trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, IP strategy, licensing, acquisitions, and protection of intellectual property assets.

  • Civil and Commercial Litigation

    Dispute resolution including landlord and tenant board matters, small claims court cases, general civil litigation, and commercial disputes.

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Let’s Connect — We’re Here to Help

Whether you’re ready to move forward or just have a few questions, we’d love to hear from you. At The CRS Law Collective, our team of experienced lawyers is here to listen, provide guidance, and help you take the next step with confidence.