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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Artificial Intelligence

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McCarthy Tétrault’s AI Law Group is your ideal partner for navigating this dynamic and complex space. We are a team of Canada’s top lawyers with deep industry knowledge and a passion for AI. Our technological acumen is enhanced through the expertise of MT❯3, an award-winning division of McCarthy Tétrault that specializes in using machine learning tools and AI for e-Discovery and information governance. Together, we can help you explore new AI applications and processes that save time and money on your most important files.

As a full-service, national law firm, we draw on award-winning expertise from across the full legal spectrum, including litigation and dispute resolution, M&A, technology law, labour and employment, competition law and much more. Whether you’re using AI to grow into a new space or responding to unexpected dilemmas in its implementation, we can keep your work in-house for comprehensive and holistic support that covers all domains, including the ones you may not have considered.

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Artificial Intelligence - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault is a market-leading adviser on artificial intelligence (AI) matters, drawing on deep expertise across technology, privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property and commercial law. The firm's multidisciplinary team assists leading organisations with AI governance, regulatory compliance, transactional due diligence, risk management and contentious issues, offering sophisticated counsel on the legal and commercial challenges associated with emerging AI technologies.

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Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault represented Meta in multiple proposed class actions across Canada alleging that the company infringed copyright by using online content to train its artificial intelligence models.

Strengths

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  • McCarthy is one of our go-to Canada firms, and we intend to continue to work with them. We trust the McCarthy team with our most complex matters. They have a deep bench of very capable lawyers.

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  • It's a very strong bench across the country, with capable lawyers who provide practical and creative solutions to legal and business issues.

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  • They are responsive, have excellent judgement and have extensive knowledge of litigation. They are experts and have done an excellent job positioning our AI cases for resolution.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Barry Sookman
    Barry Sookman

    Barry Sookman

    Barry Sookman is widely recognised for his expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), copyright and technology law. He advises clients on the development, commercialisation and use of AI systems, including intellectual property, regulatory compliance and technology contracting issues, and is a leading figure in complex AI-related disputes and policy matters.

    • He offers expert advice on IT, AI and contracting matters, with a strong understanding of our industry's specific requirements.

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    • Barry is one of the leading copyright scholars, and we appreciate his insight.

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    • Barry is terrific.
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  • Charles S Morgan
    Charles S Morgan

    Charles S Morgan

    Charles Morgan is a leading authority on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data governance, advising major organisations on the deployment of emerging technologies and the management of complex technology-related risks. He is particularly renowned for his expertise in AI governance, privacy, data protection and technology transactions.

    • It's a very complicated area but he has a nuanced understanding and can provide the context behind the enforcement actions, helping me understand expectations. He's very commercially minded, understands the fact that we run an actual business, help us understands pros and cons, and tailors advice to my team and company.

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    • He's a fantastic leader with strong regulatory understanding.

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    • Charles is an excellent technology lawyer who is very responsive and a pleasure to work with.

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