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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Information Technology

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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Gowling WLG has the insight, expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to help you grow your IT business and protect what makes you unique, whether you're a startup, an established company or a publicly listed entity. In Canada and around the world, our Tech Group is ready to help you capitalize on new opportunities and overcome all obstacles – from developing new AI to mitigating cyber risks.

We help some of the biggest IT innovators develop agile business strategies, enforce and monetize intellectual property, and invest, acquire and divest of corporate interests. With industry-leading experience, we help clients take full advantage of the emerging technologies that are changing the way the financial, energy, retail, manufacturing, insurance, mining, automotive and health industries operate around the world.

We can work with you to achieve your commercial objectives in a constantly changing, innovative and increasingly competitive landscape.

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Gowling WLG has a well-resourced Canadian group with broad, multidisciplinary knowledge across technology, outsourcing and e-commerce. The firm regularly assists with technology-based transactions, including M&A and venture capital investments. The tech team offers particular expertise in the retail and public sectors. Its lawyers are knowledgeable about the latest developments in the sector, including privacy, blockchain and fintech matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gowling WLG advised Drillform Technical Services Ltd. on its acquisition by Roughneck Holdings, a significantly distressed M&A transaction.

Strengths

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  • Gowling has a strong dedication to client service with a high degree of knowledge.

    Information Technology respondentCanada

  • The team possessed specialized knowledge and experience in navigating regulatory requirements, establishing network infrastructure, and building a strong customer interface.

    Information Technology respondentCanada

  • Gowling is very solution oriented.

    Information Technology respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Parna Sabet-Stephenson
    Parna Sabet-Stephenson

    Parna Sabet-Stephenson

    Parna Sabet-Stephenson draws upon her experience in IT law to assist a broad client base drawn from industries including energy, finance and the public sector. In particular, Parna has expertise in outsourcing and e-commerce, and advises clients on significant value cross-border acquisitions. She is based in Toronto, and is the National Head of of Gowling WLG's Financial Services & Technology practice.

    • Parna is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She has tremendous experience in the information technology and is a trusted subject matter expert in the field.

      Information Technology respondentCanada
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