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Carters Professional Corporation

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Carters Professional Corporation

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Carters Professional Corporation (Carters) is one of the leading firms in Canada in the area of charity and not-for-profit law and is able to provide a wide range of legal services to its charitable and not-for-profit clients, as well as to individuals, corporations and businesses. With offices in Toronto, Ottawa and Orangeville, Carters provides assistance to clients across Canada and internationally with regard to all aspects of charity and not-for-profit law. Seven of the lawyers at Carters have been recognized by Lexpert, and six have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada, as leaders in their fields in Canada. Carters has also been rated by Chambers and Partners, an international rating service for lawyers. The lawyers and staff at Carters are committed to excellence in providing clients with complete legal solutions for their unique needs. 


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Charities & Nonprofits - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Carters Professional Corporation is a top-tier boutique law firm dedicated to the charities and not-for-profit sector. It is well-versed in handling a wide range of matters, including regulation, compliance, corporate governance, tax, privacy and risk management, as well as contentious mandates. Trusted advisers to non-profit clients throughout Central Ontario via its offices in Toronto, Ottawa and Orangeville, the law firm also provides national and international services through its relationship with Fasken.

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Strengths

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  • One of the strengths of the firm is its ability to frame and contextualize complex matters in a way that makes them understandable and actionable.

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  • The law related to charitable and not-for-profit corporations is highly technical and the counsel at Carters has the expertise needed to provide proper counsel and advice.

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  • It is a sizable team of specialists who can dig into unique issues.

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  • The team's service levels are strong and they always achieve deadlines, sometimes on tight turnarounds.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Terrance Carter
    Terrance Carter

    Terrance Carter

    Managing partner Terrance Carter is one of Canada's foremost experts in charity and not-for-profit law. He maintains an impressively diverse client portfolio, ranging from healthcare foundations to support for indigenous communities and humanitarian causes.

    • Terry is a trusted national expert in non-profit matters. We are profoundly fortunate to have his support.

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    • He has excellent knowledge and very good client skills.

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  • Theresa Man
    Theresa Man

    Theresa Man

    Theresa Man is a respected lawyer who is noted for her ability to assist clients with a wide array of matters concerning the charity and non-profit sector. She is frequently engaged for advice on governance, structuring and tax, as well as IP licensing and real estate matters.

    • Theresa is highly experienced in this area of practice.

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    • Theresa provides practical and timely advice.

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  • Esther Shainblum
    Esther Shainblum

    Esther Shainblum

    Esther Shainblum assists clients with matters relating to privacy and governance. With both in-house and private practice experience, she regularly advises charities and non-profits in the healthcare sector.

    • Esther is a consummate professional at the top of her game.

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    • Esther is a good client manager and her level of service is very strong

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  • Ryan M. Prendergast
    Ryan M. Prendergast

    Ryan M. Prendergast

    Ryan Prendergast is a solid choice to handle matters relating to charitable gifts and donations, as well as issues concerning the charitable status of organisations in Canada.

    • Ryan is a very good lawyer.

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  • Jacqueline Demczur
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    Jacqueline Demczur

    Jackie Demczur has experience advising on a range of issues in the sector, including policy development, compliance and corporate restructurings.

    • Jacqueline is technically excellent.

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