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Corporate/Commercial: The Elite

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With more than 30 lawyers, the Corporate/Commercial group at Farris is relied upon by clients to assist with a wide range of matters, across a variety of industries. Unique amongst most large law firms, our corporate lawyers are first trained as generalists before they specialize in any given area of business law. We believe a broad legal knowledge of the key business law issues affecting businesses and industries enables us to help our clients solve their legal problems –big or small–quickly and effectively.

Delivering on our clients’ goals and ambitions means working closely with our clients to develop work plans tailored to their particular needs in terms of scope and budget. Our clients rely upon our advice regarding capital raising, finance strategies, governance issues, succession planning, insourcing, and outsourcing. Our lawyers assist with contract drafting and negotiations, securing regulatory approvals, agreements for joint ventures, and acquiring or selling aspects of a business. We regularly advise on privately negotiated transactions, controlled auctions, plans of arrangement and take-over bids, as well as reorganizations and restructurings for tax optimization.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial: The Elite - British Columbia

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Farris is a well-established regional law firm that is highlighted for its regular involvement in transactions of note in BC. The corporate and commercial group often advises on transactions involving First Nations; its other areas of expertise include capital markets, private equity and corporate finance work. The firm's industry expertise covers mining, energy and transportation. It also stands out for its representation of government entities and other major provincially headquartered clients. The group is well versed in handling cross-border transactions and has offices in Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna.

Work Highlights

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  • Farris advised the City of Vancouver on the issuance of a CAD100 million sustainability bond.

Strengths

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I could not be more impressed with the team. We received excellent service and the team is very dialled-in to everything from current events to case law and industry trends.

Corporate/Commercial: The Elite respondent
Canada

I was impressed by the depth of talent, experience, customer service and knowledge. It's a very deep team that's very strong and competent, with high value for money.

Corporate/Commercial: The Elite respondent
Canada

Farris has extremely strong, creative and well-experienced lawyers who are of high quality.

Corporate/Commercial: The Elite respondent
Canada

The team is very knowledgeable, offering straightforward and easy-to-understand communication. They have a well-seasoned team with deep knowledge on the subject matter.

Corporate/Commercial: The Elite respondent
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We receive excellent advice, support and research capacity The team is excellent.

Corporate/Commercial: The Elite respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Mitchell H. Gropper KC
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Mitchell H. Gropper KC
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Senior Statespeople

Vancouver-based Mitchell Gropper KC is a seasoned lawyer with a longstanding practice that encompasses strengths in M&A, securities and corporate finance transactions.

He provides excellent counsel for complex corporate matters.

Mitchell is very knowledgeable and forthcoming with solutions as needed.

Mitchell is and has been a top-rated commercial lawyer in Vancouver for many years. He is top drawer.

He is Canada's top corporate and commercial lawyer, in my opinion.

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Mitchell H. Gropper KC
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Mitchell H. Gropper KC
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Members

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B.Sunny Aujla

Bo Rothstein

Brian R. Canfield

Daniel Everall

David J. Selley

Dean A. O'Leary

Denise C. Nawata

Gord Love

H. Jay Sujir

Jamie R. Matthews

Kristil Hammer

Mike Wagner

Peter M. Roth

Robert S. Anderson

Robert Veitch

Ronald G. Murray

Ryan McCracken

Tevia R.M. Jeffries

Industries

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Cannabis

Emerging Companies & Start-Ups

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

Hospitality & Leisure

Life Sciences

Private Enterprise

Technology