Competition/Antitrust

John Bodrug is much admired for the depth of his expertise in merger clearance and foreign direct investment matters, with notable recent experience in contested merger filings in the technology sector.

"I think of John as one of the most brilliant minds in Canadian competition law."

"His ability to analyse and see through complicated issues as if they were transparent is uncanny."

"He is one of the smartest competition lawyers around."

Sandra Forbes is highly esteemed for her ability to represent defendants in competition class actions, with a particular focus on disputes concerning allegations of price fixing and misleading advertising. She also has an active commercial litigation practice.

"Her clear and concise advice, paired with her formidable presentation skills, are appreciated by all audiences."

"She is a top competition litigator, who is very smart, highly experienced and excellent in oral submissions."

Anita Banicevic advises clients on significant merger review files, as well as providing assistance with competition-related class actions.

"She delivers thoughtful, practical advice and she has an understanding of the efficiencies defence that makes her an essential adviser to any firm considering a merger."

"She is a sophisticated and thoughtful competition lawyer."

"Her strengths are that she is a great lawyer but also very practical, so gives good legal and strategic advice."

Elisa Kearney has a broad practice advising clients on contested merger clearance filings and on Competition Bureau investigations into allegations of anti-competitive behaviour.

"Elisa is great to work with - she's communicative, diligent and understands nuances and subtleties of the influence of stakeholders on ultimate outcomes."

Mark Katz assists clients with merger control filings. He has experience acting for both private equity houses and pharmaceutical companies.

"He's very friendly and trustworthy; people like his demeanour."

"Even under stressful circumstances, he's very calm and reassuring."

Charles Tingley represents clients in Competition Bureau reviews of proposed mergers, including in the energy and natural resources and retail sectors.

"Charles has a real talent to find the heart of every issue, no matter how complicated, and gives understandable, practical advice to our organisation."

"His abilities extend beyond legal advice as he always considers the many moving parts in our complicated industry when providing his opinions."