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Dentons Canada LLP

International Trade/WTO

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada

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Dentons Canada LLP

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Our group of trade, WTO and customs lawyers from across our six offices in Canada is recognized worldwide as a leader in its field. Our trade, WTO and customs lawyers are regularly involved in significant trade matters – making representations before key national and international decision-making bodies, including government panels, domestic courts and trade tribunals. 

We achieve successful outcomes for clients in virtually all aspects of international trade and investment law. Our Trade, WTO and Customs experience is supported by an incomparable global and regional team of government relations and arbitration professionals. With our profound knowledge of trade and investment treaties, laws and regulations, we help develop and implement the right strategies to keep international businesses moving forward. We understand international trade and investment law enforcement and policy, and we know the enforcement agencies and policymakers. 

Dentons’ trade, WTO and customs lawyers are particularly well-positioned to advise a wide range of clients in Canada and abroad, including: multinationals, small and medium-sized corporations, governments, individuals, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and industry associations.

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International Trade/WTO - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Dentons is an international law firm with a strong international trade, WTO and customs practice in Canada. The group is well versed in a range of trade matters including customs and trade remedies, and is increasingly active advising on sanctions and export controls. The lawyers also assist with regulatory compliance issues and possess notable experience advising government entities, as well as major names in the automotive, energy and manufacturing sectors. Clients benefit from access to the firm's global network and from its complementary government affairs and public policy group.

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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons Canada advised and represented Scierie Alexandre Lemay et Fils in an expedited review by the US Department of Commerce of anti-dumping and countervailing duties on Canada softwood limber imports.

Strengths

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  • Dentons has experienced lawyers who take a common-sense approach.

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  • Dentons has a high level of expertise and experience. The firm can pull in experts from all areas to assist with files.

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  • Dentons has a very dense network of knowledgeable sanctions lawyers and provides pragmatic advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paul M Lalonde
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    Paul M Lalonde

    Toronto-based Paul Lalonde enjoys an excellent reputation in the field of international trade and is renowned for the breadth of his expertise in the space, particularly in matters involving trade policy, trade remedies, export controls and sanctions.

    • Paul Lalonde is very knowledgeable and experienced.

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    • Paul Lalonde has the expertise and has been in the field for many years in a respected position.

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    • Paul is a terrific lawyer.

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  • Sean Stephenson
    Sean Stephenson

    Sean Stephenson

    Sean Stephenson is well placed to assist client with trade remedies, customs issues and sanctions. His clients are active in a wide variety of sectors, including energy and manufacturing.

    • Sean is strong in his commitment to service and assistance with complex customs matters.

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    • We've had a great experience working with Sean, from his level of expertise to his promptness of responses.

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    • Sean is a very good quality lawyer.

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