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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Cannabis Law

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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About

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McCarthy Tétrault is a first-class advisor and thought leader on Cannabis Law in Canada. Our team is at the forefront of the industry and advises clients from all levels of the cannabis value chain.

Clients choose us for our:

  • significant industry expertise and relationships, and our a deep understanding of the commercial, regulatory and policy drivers of the sector;

  • pragmatic guidance that allows clients to get deals done efficiently and successfully;

  • ability to quickly identify the unique challenges and nuances associated with the cannabis sector;

  • experience working with the full spectrum of stakeholders, from early-stage enterprises to vertically-integrated companies with international reach; and
  • scaled, cost-efficient, tailored services that complement our clients' business objectives.

We maintain a highly diversified practice helping clients successfully navigate the evolving demands of the high-growth cannabis market in Canada and abroad, advising on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including debt and equity financings, restructurings, private equity and venture capital transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance matters including acting for special committees, shareholder arrangements, regulatory matters, public markets matters, distribution and supply agreements, and joint ventures. We have worked on a number of the most significant mandates in the sector domestically and internationally.

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Cannabis Law - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault regularly represents producers, distributors and lenders across a wide range of transactions in the cannabis sector, including M&A and corporate financings. The team is noted for its experienced handling of cross-border and international mandates, with its Canadian lawyers supported by the firm's offices in the UK and US. It also advises on regulatory matters, including licensing agreements and dispute resolution, as well as the defence of product liability claims.

Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault represented Tilray and two former executives in an Ontario securities class action alleging material misrepresentations in public disclosures relating to the company’s 2018 acquisition of international assets.

Strengths

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  • McCarthy knows the market from a regulatory and corporate perspective, and has strong cannabis regulatory, corporate and securities expertise.

    Cannabis Law respondentCanada
  • McCarthy has strong legal skills; is practical, responsive and trustworthy; and understands the business well.

    Cannabis Law respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Ranjeev Dhillon
    Band 1Ranjeev Dhillon

    Ranjeev Dhillon

    Ranjeev Dhillon is a highly regarded expert who provides regulatory and transactional advice to an impressive array of established cannabis companies, as well as new entrants to the sector. He is based in Toronto.

    • Ranjeev has a good understanding of the business, and is commercially minded and extremely responsive.

      Cannabis Law respondentCanada
    • Ranjeev is a great lawyer who is hard-working and very active in the space.

      Cannabis Law respondentCanada
  • Associates to watchMatthew Sanders
    Associates to watchMatthew Sanders

    Matthew Sanders

    Matthew Sanders provides assistance with M&A and joint venture agreements, as well as the licensing and marketing of new products.

    • Mathew is wonderful to work with.

      Cannabis Law respondentCanada

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