Department profile
Cassidy Levy Kent

International Trade/WTO

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada


Cassidy Levy Kent

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International Trade/WTO - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Cassidy Levy Kent (CLK) is an acclaimed boutique law firm renowned for its activity in the trade remedies space. The Ottawa-based team advises on anti-dumping, countervailing duty, tariff classification and export controls across a number of key industries, including steel and manufacturing, as well as the food and dairy production sectors. Its lawyers offer additional expertise on trade agreements as well as economic sanctions. CLK is particularly adept at advising on US-Canada cross-border matters, benefiting from its Washington, DC office.

Work Highlights

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  • Cassidy Levy Kent represented Gerdau Ameristeel in a normal value reinvestigation concerning the importation of concrete reinforcing bars.

Strengths

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  • The team at Cassidy Levy Kent is extremely well-qualified, with both young talent and experienced lawyers who have significant trade dispute experience.

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  • Cassidy Levy Kent has proven to be very agile, effective and collaborative.

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  • Cassidy Levy Kent offers a very in-depth understanding and knowledge of the field and helps to explain it in ways that others not familiar with the topics can understand.

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  • CLK is an extremely professional firm, with an exceptional track record of winning trade cases. Their attention to detail, preparation and execution is outstanding.

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  • Cassidy Levy Kent’s trade litigation team stands out for its exceptional depth of expertise in Canadian trade remedies law, strategic insight and industry-specific understanding.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Christopher Cochlin
    Band 1Christopher Cochlin

    Christopher Cochlin

    Christopher Cochlin is a prominent trade lawyer who is recognised for his representation of leading North American producers in petitions to the CITT, as well as advising on trade policy reform and trade remedies review and investigations. He has particularly distinguished himself in his representation of Canadian steel industry clients. He is also active in the dairy products sector.

    • Christopher is agile, creative and brings a wealth of expertise to table.

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    • Christopher is a top-notch trade lawyer. His commercial awareness and expertise are second to none.

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    • Christopher Cochlin always makes himself available and provides excellent counsel.

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    • Chris is an extremely talented individual.

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  • Band 1Christopher Kent
    Band 1Christopher Kent

    Christopher Kent

    Leading trade lawyer Christopher Kent is considered an eminent figure in the Canadian trade Bar, and is particularly respected for his deep expertise in trade remedies and disputes. His significant client base spans industries including steel, consumer products and energy.

    • Christopher Kent is knowledgeable and an expert in his field.

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    • Christopher Kent has exceptional knowledge and understanding of the trade matters, in addition to great customer service.

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    • Christopher consistently delivers clear, strategic advice that reflects both legal precision and commercial insight.

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  • Band 2Andrew Lanouette
    Band 2Andrew Lanouette

    Andrew Lanouette

    Andrew Lanouette is an increasingly well-regarded Ottawa-based lawyer who wins recognition for his representation of clients in anti-dumping and countervailing duty proceedings.
    • Andrew Lanouette is extremely knowledgeable and responsible.

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  • Band 4Michael Milne
    Band 4Michael Milne

    Michael Milne

    Ottawa-based Michael Milne has a strong practice, especially in anti-dumping and countervailing investigations, and has had numerous appearances before the CITT.

    • Michael is excellent, very helpful and accommodating.

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    • Michael is super responsive and explains everything in a way that is easy to understand.

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    • Michael Milne is very detail-oriented and always available for questions or concerns that arise.

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  • Up and ComingHugh Lee
    Up and ComingHugh Lee

    Hugh Lee

    Ottawa-based Hugh Lee is an up-and-coming practitioner who is well versed in trade remedy measures, including expiry reviews. He offers further expertise in tariff classification matters and CUSMA disputes.

    • Hugh has strong knowledge depth and commercial awareness.

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    • Hugh Lee is an up-and-coming trade lawyer with very good experience.

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Ranked Individuals at Cassidy Levy Kent (5)

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