About

Provided by Fasken

As recognized leaders in IT law, Fasken is well-positioned to help your business anticipate and address the increasing pace of technological change, and your evolving business needs. Whether you are a technology company, or you use technology in your business, we provide balanced, pragmatic advice when you need to make key decisions. To address all of your IT-related legal concerns, we work closely as trusted advisors to in-house practitioners and business leaders.

Whether your organization is purchasing or providing IT services, we advise on everything from large systems implementations and outsourcing arrangements, to Internet business models, to new technologies.

We recognize that technological developments raise issues across a broad range of subject matters, and take a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to addressing those issues. For example, cryptocurrencies raise technology, securities, financial services and tax considerations.

If you’re launching initiatives to advance technology infrastructure or services, in addition to developing and negotiating the agreements, we’ll work with you to develop comprehensive RFPs and conduct a successful procurement; develop and implement cloud and outsourcing strategies; address data security, privacy and CASL issues; create governance, IT security, record retention and other critical policies.

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - Nationwide - Canada

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Fasken has a well-established technology practice that is valued for its extensive knowledge of both mature and emerging company IT concerns. The firm leverages its multidisciplinary strength to represent an impressive portfolio of public clients, including insurance companies, in complex outsourcing transactions. The information technology team's expertise extends to the negotiation of service agreements, SaaS contracts and software licensing. Its lawyers also stand out for their knowledge of developments in the technology field, in addition to providing invaluable advice on tech-related M&A transactions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Nunes
3
Andrew Nunes
3
Band 3

Toronto-based Andrew Nunes is co-leader of Fasken's Technology, Media and Telecommunications group. He possesses experience across a range of information technology issues, from outsourcing to cloud computing. He is additionally recognised for his handling of e-commerce and SaaS-related matters.

He is always prepared. He is tireless, ensuring that the work is completed to the absolute best level possible.

Andrew's ability to resolve issues is unparalleled.

Andrew Alleyne
4
Andrew Alleyne
4
Band 4

Andrew Alleyne advises clients on matters including master supplier agreements and software licensing concerns. He is based in Toronto, and is the Vice-Chair of Fasken's Technology Group for the Ontario region.

Andrew is a great business partner.

Andrew is a top tier IT lawyer, that can solve any IT issue.

We have full confidence in his counsel and appreciate the high level of service he and his team consistently deliver.

Jocelyn Auger
4
Jocelyn Auger
4
Band 4

Montréal-based Jocelyn Auger is highlighted for his negotiation prowess. He assists with SaaS contracts and the acquisition of software solutions.

Jocelyn is very smart. He knows so much about so many areas of law.

John Beardwood
4
John Beardwood
4
Band 4

John Beardwood's Toronto-based practice encompasses a variety of IT issues, including outsourcing, software procurement and privacy concerns. He acts for both public entities and privately owned companies, including insurers and healthcare companies. John also increasingly advises on AI.

John is a consummate professional who commands respect by virtue of his peerless grasp of complex issues and ability to find innovative solutions.

John is a fantastic IT lawyer. His experience and expertise is unsurpassed.

Karam Bayrakal
4
Karam Bayrakal
4
Band 4

Vancouver-based Karam Bayrakal represents tech companies from a range of sectors, including video gaming and AI, in complex commercial transactions. He is particularly active in assisting with procurement and service agreements.

Gabriel Stern
U
Gabriel Stern
U
Up and Coming

Gabriel Stern assists with a wide range of master services agreements as well as regulatory compliance mandates. He operates from the firm's Toronto office.

Gabriel provides excellent service.

Gabriel is deeply knowledgeable and an insightful problem solver.

Paul Burbank
Paul Burbank
Associates to watch

Paul Burbank assists Fasken with his knowledge of master service agreements. In particular, Paul supports clients with advise regarding the launch and adoption of new technology. He is based in both Toronto and Ottawa.

Paul is a very good lawyer who is both responsive and knowledgeable. He is a pleasure to work with.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Nationwide - Canada

Information Technology

Andrew Nunes
3
Andrew Nunes
3
Band 3
Andrew Alleyne
4
Andrew Alleyne
4
Band 4
Jocelyn Auger
4
Jocelyn Auger
4
Band 4
John Beardwood
4
John Beardwood
4
Band 4
Karam Bayrakal
4
Karam Bayrakal
4
Band 4
Gabriel Stern
U
Gabriel Stern
U
Up and Coming
Paul Burbank
Paul Burbank
Associates to watch