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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

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What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault regularly represents producers, distributors and lenders in a wide array of transactions in the cannabis sector, including M&A and corporate financing. 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 USA. It also advises on regulatory matters such as licensing agreements and dispute resolution, along with defence against product liability claims.

Work Highlights

  • McCarty Tétrault represented Aphria in a statutory securities class action proceeding, which sought damages of CAD800 million. The action was settled on the first day of trial.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ranjeev Dhillon
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Ranjeev Dhillon
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Band 1

Ranjeev Dhillon is a highly reputed practitioner, who is able to provide 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.

His response time is great.

He provides strong legal advice in simple terms.

Rami Chalabi
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Rami Chalabi
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Band 2

Toronto-based Rami Chalabi has a wealth of experience advising clients on M&A, joint ventures and securities matters within the cannabis sector.

He is very knowledgeable about the cannabis industry.

Matthew Sanders
Matthew Sanders
Associates to watch

Matthew Sanders stands out for his work across an impressive number of cannabis-related transactions. Based in Toronto, he provides assistance with M&A and joint venture agreements, as well as the licensing and marketing of new products.

Matt has great historical knowledge of our business.

His knowledge of the subject area is very strong.

Ranked Lawyers at
McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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Ranjeev Dhillon
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Ranjeev Dhillon
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Band 1
Rami Chalabi
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Rami Chalabi
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Band 2
Matthew Sanders
Matthew Sanders
Associates to watch

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