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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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About

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Our unmatched nationwide portfolio of services provides insurance companies, other financial institutions, insurance agencies, brokerages and corporate clients with a roadmap to successfully navigate the complexities of the highly regulated Canadian insurance marketplace. With an uneven tapestry of national, provincial and territorial layers of legislation and regulation, our tested skills and experience smooth the path for our clients.

Our clients look to us for assistance with their most critical insurance and reinsurance transactions. We have deep industry expertise in complex insurance sector transactions, and an established track record in obtaining complex regulatory approvals required to complete insurance transactions.

Our industry expertise is supported by a national integrated delivery model, which affords us the agility and structure to advise our clients on federal and provincial regulatory issues. We help our clients enter and exit the Canadian insurance market. Our depth of experience permits us to effectively and efficiently obtain the regulatory approvals required to establish insurance companies, branches and subsidiaries of global insurance companies at the federal level and the required insurance licences at the provincial and territorial level. We assist Canadian and non-resident insurance agencies and brokerages establish their businesses and obtain the licences required to carry on their businesses.

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Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
McCarthy Tétrault acts across the insurance space on high-value transactions as well as insurance coverage matters. Its M&A and joint venture expertise is supported by an extensive regulatory practice, and by litigators who can handle a diverse range of insurance coverage matters such as E&O liability claims. It also assists international insurers and reinsurers with cross-border transactions and the regulatory considerations of the establishment of operations in Canada. The firm additionally advises on insurance regulatory and licensing issues as well as acting as counsel on demutualisation mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault LLP represented iA Financial Corporation in its CAD597 million acquisition of RF Capital Group.

Strengths

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  • The McCarthy Tétrault team combines strong technical expertise in insurance with clear, pragmatic advice.

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  • McCarthy Tétrault demonstrates a clear understanding of business objectives, issues and constraints, and provides subject matter experts.

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  • The McCarthy team's knowledge is exceptional, its attention to detail is strong and it provides an excellent sounding board.

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  • McCarthy Tétrault provides expert advice with a mind to the practical realities of how our business is run. I can trust that it is consistent, thoughtfully considered and technically sound.

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  • McCarthy Tétrault is a well-known firm with an incredible breadth and depth of perspective.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Hartley Lefton
    Band 1Hartley Lefton

    Hartley Lefton

    Hartley Lefton is acclaimed for his insurance and regulatory practice. He is further noted for his particular expertise in insurtech.
    • Hartley Lefton brings strong commercial awareness and clear strategic vision to his clients, ensuring that legal advice is always aligned with business objectives.

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    • The advice Hartley gives is thorough, thoughtful and represents a deep knowledge of the practical workings of the industry.

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    • Hartley is an outstanding lawyer, who truly wants to provide the highest level of service.

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    • Hartley Lefton has a really great understanding of our business and a very broad background in regulation. He guides us really well.

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    • Hartley demonstrates a deep understanding of the bigger commercial picture and as a result provides highly sophisticated advice.

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  • Band 2Sonia J Struthers
    Band 2Sonia J Struthers

    Sonia J Struthers

    Sonia Struthers is a partner based in McCarthy Tétrault's Montréal office. Her expertise includes insurance regulation, compliance and securities related matters.

    • Sonia's extensive knowledge across various areas of law is extraordinary. She quickly grasps the issues, has in-depth knowledge of the industry and delivers exceptional service.

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    • Sonia offers exemplary collaboration and knowledge, bringing new ideas or alternatives.

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    • Sonia is an extremely strong lawyer.

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  • Band 4Chris Hubbard
    Band 4Chris Hubbard

    Chris Hubbard

    Chris Hubbard is a partner based in Toronto and handles high-stakes commercial and liability cases. He has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada and multiple appellate courts.

    • Chris is a very trusted adviser whose greatest strength is that he's not just thinking about the law, but also about how we can achieve a commercial outcome.

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    • Chris Hubbard is a great lawyer.

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