For nearly 20 years, Miro Oballa has operated across almost every corner of Canada’s entertainment business — from music law and management to nightlife, live events and artist development. As a partner at Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland LLP, which bills itself as the largest entertainment boutique law firm in the country, Oballa represents clients across music, film, television, gaming and sports. His firsthand entrepreneurial experience gives him a broader perspective than many traditional entertainment lawyers, and he’s responsible for nearly a quarter billion in catalogue sales. He’s also a founding partner in Different Gear Management, whose client Sophia Stel signed to A24 Music, the music division of the lauded film studio.

Outside the courtroom and boardroom, his impact on Canadian music infrastructure has been equally significant. Oballa co-founded ADVANCE, Canada’s Black Music Business Collective, helping create mentorship and professional pathways for Black executives and creatives in the industry. This year also marked the 20th anniversary of Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland, a milestone reflecting the firm’s long-standing role within Canada’s music and entertainment sectors.