Timothy M. Banks

Partner – Technology, Privacy & Marketing Law

E-mail: tbanks@nnovation.com
Phone: 647.391.5852

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Practical advice. Straight answers.

Timothy Banks is a business-focused technology and privacy lawyer with over two decades of experience helping clients navigate complex legal challenges at the intersection of law, technology, and regulation. He delivers practical, tailored advice that aligns legal risk with business priorities—especially in fast-moving, regulated sectors.

Tim acts for clients on matters involving IT procurement, outsourcing, cloud services, data governance, marketing law, and regulatory compliance. He is known for translating legal requirements into actionable steps, always with a focus on operational fit and strategic execution.

Areas of focus

  • Privacy and Cybersecurity
    Compliance, governance, impact assessments, breach response, and regulatory investigations.

  • IT and Cloud Agreements
    SaaS, outsourcing, data licensing, procurement, and platform integrations.

  • Advertising, Marketing, and Promotions
    Digital campaigns, influencer programs, disclosures, and loyalty terms.

  • Canada’s Anti-Spam Law (CASL)
    Compliance frameworks, investigations, enforcement strategy.

  • Consumer Protection
    E-commerce terms, subscriptions, auto-renewals, disclosures, and refunds.

Publications

Tim is the author of the Privacy Officer’s Guide to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (Lexis Nexis Canada, 2016, 2018 and 2020 editions)

In addition to blog posts on our firm’s blog, Tim offers commentary on a variety of issues at www.timothy-banks.com.

Admissions and Education

Admitted to the Ontario Bar in 2002 (awarded the Treasurer’s Medal for the highest standing in the Bar Admissions Course)

University of Toronto J.D., 2000