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Dentons

Information Technology

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


Dentons

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Information Technology - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Dentons has a solid technology practice in Canada, offering experience in a range of technology-related mandates spanning M&A transactions as well as licensing and service agreements. The firm's client base includes public and private companies and venture funds. Its strong international network of offices means the team is routinely engaged in cross-border matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons acted as counsel to Rail, a global payments platform, on its

    acquisition by Ripple.

Strengths

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  • Dentons demonstrates a rare combination of technical depth, strategic judgement and commercial awareness.

    Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Dentons provides excellent service and they took the time to explain the logic behind any advice with a very proactive approach.

    Information Technology respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Michael Beairsto
    Band 4Michael Beairsto

    Michael Beairsto

    Michael Beairsto heads the technology law group in the firm's Toronto office. He is experienced in privacy related matters and has further expertise relating to e-commerce and contracting.

    • Michael is a great resource with extensive knowledge.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Associates to watchNeha Issar
    Associates to watchNeha Issar

    Neha Issar

    Ottawa-based Neha Issar has experience drafting and negotiating commercial and intellectual property agreements. In particular, Neha assists startups in connection with major strategic transactions.

    • Neha provides exceptional support and commercial sophistication.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Neha has a very proactive approach and deep knowledge.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
  • Associates to watchVivian Poon
    Associates to watchVivian Poon

    Vivian Poon

    Vivian Poon has experience working in outsourcing agreements, licensing matters, and businesses' digital shifts.

    • Vivian is really nice in negotiations, a very fast thinker and unflappable, with up-to-date market knowledge.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
    • Vivian has the right balance of technical skills and practical understanding of business needs. She's very good at taking ideas and conceptualising them.

      Information Technology respondentCanada

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