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Mike Hook is a part-time lecturer at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law, where he teaches courses on starting and running small or solo legal practices. He has been operating his own law practice in Toronto since 2012, specializing in advising socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible entrepreneurs. Additionally, Hook is a founder of Last Straw Distillery and advocates for small business as a tool for social benefit, while studying permaculture and design thinking.
- Education: BA from Laurentian University, LLB from the University of Ottawa
His research and practice focus on Corporate Law and Employment Law, with a particular emphasis on small business operations, regulatory compliance, and socially responsible entrepreneurship. He also explores legal frameworks for Alcohol Production Regulation and Business Succession Planning. His work intersects with Environmental Law and Design Thinking to promote sustainable business models.
Hook's professional background includes 17 years in the Canadian Armed Forces as an infantry soldier and officer, alongside diverse manual labor experiences. His legal practice spans services such as company restructuring, contract negotiation, employment policies, and non-profit establishment. He maintains a broad network of small business specialists covering tax, accounting, HR, and marketing.
