Information Technology
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 3
Contact number
+1 416-367-6000About
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IT plays an essential role in Canada's economy, since some form of computer network drives virtually all facets of business and personal life. Information management and data exchange have always been key to business success, while instant access to information has progressed from a reality to a requirement.
That is where BLG comes in. Our clients know that it is imperative to have a legal team that understands the business models, technology, legal and regulatory frameworks of this evolving industry and can provide innovative, targeted services.
Members of our IT Group are at the forefront of technology law and intellectual property services across all industries. Whether your core business is in the IT field or incidentally affected by new technological developments, we are unmatched in our ability to provide timely, cost-effective advice.
Chambers Review
Borden Ladner Gervais is highly regarded for its representation of health industry clients and other public sector organisations in relation to licensing and service agreements, technology-related litigation and the privacy regulatory framework. The firm acts for both purchasers and providers of technology. It is also well-versed in assisting with cybersecurity issues as well as technology-related procurement mandates.
Work Highlights
- Borden Ladner Gervais advised the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information, representing the Ministry of Health for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, on a contract to purchase and implement a province-wide health information system.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Borden Ladner Gervais not only considers the legal aspects of an issue but also advises the client from a business perspective as well."
"The lawyers are attentive and available, especially in times of complex analysis or tight deadlines."
"Borden Ladner Gervais not only considers the legal aspects of an issue but also advises the client from a business perspective as well."
"The lawyers are attentive and available, especially in times of complex analysis or tight deadlines."
Notable Practitioners
Eric Boehm is a well-regarded Toronto-based technology lawyer who advises his client base of retailers and financial bodies on a range of tech-related commercial transactions. He is particularly well versed in e-commerce and cloud services matters.
Mark Fecenko is based in Toronto and is experienced in handling a multitude of software-related contract negotiations for public sector bodies. He also offers expertise in procurement and cloud solutions projects.
"He is highly knowledgeable, an excellent legal drafter and a very good teacher."
"He is a very good, detailed lawyer."
Bradley Freedman operates a wide-reaching Vancouver-based technology practice spanning privacy, e-commerce and cybersecurity. He is noted for his proficiency in the structuring of commercial transactions.
"Bradley Freedman is knowledgeable."
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