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Corporate/M&A - Nationwide - Canada

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What the Team is Known For

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg is a Toronto and Montréal-based law firm with significant international M&A capabilities. The team wins widespread recognition for its involvement in complex and high-value matters, with industry-specific expertise in the life sciences, telecommunications, mining, retail and real estate sectors, among others. The team advises sophisticated clients on strategic transactions and often counsels investment banks on deals in the energy space, as well as representing various other multinational companies. The team stands out for its experience of hostile M&A and shareholder activism, and is well supported by the experience of complementary departments including tax and antitrust.

Work Highlights

  • Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg acted for Rogers Communications in its CAD4.7 billion acquisition of BCE's ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment.

Strengths

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The team's service levels are never in doubt. Davies will always be there at the most challenging time.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Canada

The team at Davies is pragmatic, solutions-oriented and has an excellent feel for the intangibles of a deal.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Canada

We regard Davies as the best corporate/M&A firm in Canada. A consistently high quality bench strength is a key attribute.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Canada

Davies has a highly commercial approach, as well as deep knowledge of their clients.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Canada

The Davies team is excellent and has become our go-to firm in Canada. They are particularly strong at understanding our business objectives and crafting thoughtful, pragmatic solutions.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Canada