McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Information Technology

About

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Your business relies on evolving technologies. We help you stay aware of opportunities and threats.

We drive significant value for our clients because we have undertaken the widest range of leading-edge technology transactions across industry sectors: software, hardware, e-commerce, fintech, aeronautics, biotechnology, life sciences, IT services, data management and security. Similarly, we act for the broadest array of players in the space from large and small technology developers, manufacturers and vendors to the major corporations, financial institutions and private/public partnerships that use and distribute technology or purchase enterprise-wide licensing agreements and mission-critical systems.

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault operates a distinguished technology practice with an impressive depth of expertise across a range of IT matters. The team often acts on outsourcing and technology infrastructure development mandates, with further capabilities in IT-related litigation. The firm advises a prestigious portfolio of clients, including banks and large technology multinationals, together with players in the transportation, aerospace and defence sectors. It is also noted for its work on high-profile tech procurements.

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Work Highlights

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McCarthy Tétrault assisted Epic Systems with its bidding process for the Digital Health Record (DSN) project contract from the Government of Quebec.

Strengths

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The team leverages subject-matter experts in the firm on specific issues as required, which is very helpful.

Information Technology respondent
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The lawyers are experts in this area.

Information Technology respondent
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The team leverages subject-matter experts in the firm on specific issues as required, which is very helpful.

Information Technology respondent
Canada

The lawyers are experts in this area.

Information Technology respondent
Canada

Notable Practitioners

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Barry Sookman

Senior Statespeople

Barry Sookman is a pre-eminent Toronto-based technology lawyer with vast experience in complex IT contract negotiations, including master services agreements.

Barry is extremely knowledgeable in technical litigation matters.

He is the IT 'god' in Canada.

Barry Sookman has extensive knowledge of computer, IP and technology law.

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Christine Ing

Band 1

Top-ranked Christine Ing is well respected for her representation of leading financial institutions in commercial tech transactions, often involving novel structuring concerns. She is based in Toronto.

Christine's experience helps us focus on key risks, and her practical approach helps us to develop solutions that strike the right balance between risk management and innovation.

Christine is legally and commercially savvy, and she helps balance legal risk and practicality well. She is analytical and a strong negotiator.

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Charles S Morgan

Band 2

Montréal-based Charles Morgan has a broad-based technology practice that sees him engaged in commercial transactions, including outsourcing agreements, as well as advising on data and privacy concerns.

Charles Morgan is a pleasure to work with.

Charles Morgan is proactive and available, and he has very extensive experience in IT. He is very collaborative.

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David Crane

Band 4

Vancouver-based David Crane is increasingly visible in the market, assisting tech companies and public bodies with licensing and service agreements. He is notably experienced in procurement and e-commerce.

He has fantastic industry knowledge and we can lean on his experience.

David has very strong knowledge and experience in commercial IT outsourcing and contracting.

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Michael Scherman

Up and Coming

Michael Scherman frequently acts on cases related to AI, cloud services and outsourcing.

Michael is incredibly adept at unpacking convoluted agreements and staying super organised on a deal. His drafting skills are excellent, and he also has a keen strategic mindset.

He is particularly effective at synthesising feedback from many stakeholders and clarifying the key outstanding issues and items for decision.

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Wendes Keung

Associates to watch

Wendes Keung is a Toronto-based associate in McCarthy Tetrault's technology group. She is highly adept at assisting clients with the preparation and negotiation of service agreements, as well as broader commercial arrangements for modernisation projects.

Wendes is an astute contract drafter and negotiator, with a very organised and efficient approach to negotiations.

Wendes is an excellent advisor and provides valuable and timely assistance.

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