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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Telecommunications & Broadcasting

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada

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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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Telecommunications & Broadcasting - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault is a highly regarded national law firm with capabilities across the telecommunications sector, including an emphasis on high-profile transactional mandates. Based primarily in Toronto, the communications department also advises on regulatory issues, including CRTC licensing hearings and related litigation, as well as policy matters concerning internet communications and copyright. It represents clients across the technology, telecommunications, digital media and broadcasting industries. The firm's litigation team is experienced in appellate, regulatory and class action proceedings, with appearances before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.

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Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault represented Bell Media in a CAD400 million action alleging non-compliance with the Copyright Act’s notice-and-notice regime for online copyright infringement claims.

Strengths

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  • McCarthy Tétrault is pragmatic, detailed and deal-oriented. They are helpful and meticulous.

    Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

  • McCarthy's breadth of expertise stands out, and they have a very strong multidisciplinary approach. The firm are able to support different areas of legal need, from transactions and contracts to litigation.

    Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

  • McCarthy Tétrault has expertise in local regulations and technical backgrounds, enabling the team to support complex issues and collaboratively identify practical and pragmatic solutions. The firm have been very helpful in managing complex regulatory issues.

    Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

  • McCarthy Tétrault is a leading national litigation firm with an exceptional track record of wins. The practice specialise in complex and sophisticated matters and are always top of mind for these types of files.

    Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

  • McCarthy do an excellent job of providing practical guidance to situations that are high stakes. The practice have a high calibre of lawyers and give practical advice.

    Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Grant Buchanan
    Grant Buchanan

    Grant Buchanan

    Grant Buchanan is a distinguished lawyer based in Toronto who acts for a diverse client base of radio and satellite providers across a broad spectrum of regulatory and corporate matters. He also has extensive experience in assisting clients with their interactions with government bodies.

    • Grant can be counted on to provide helpful guidance.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

    • Grant is an outstanding attorney. He is a trusted adviser; his counsel has been exceptional and is greatly appreciated.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada
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  • Brandon Kain
    Brandon Kain

    Brandon Kain

    Brandon Kain is a litigation specialist based in McCarthy Tétrault's Toronto office. He often represents clients in disputes involving telecommunications issues such as internet rates and broadcasting rights.

    • Brandon is a top litigator in our space; there's no one else we would go to.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada
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  • Keith Rose
    Keith Rose

    Keith Rose

    Keith Rose is a Toronto-based lawyer who has considerable experience in the telecommunications industry. He regularly advises clients on satellite communications and privacy, spectrum and connectivity issues in the broader telecommunications space.

    • Keith is an exceptional lawyer and a highly skilled strategist. He is meticulous in his work and has great analytical skills. He thinks strategically about each problem and identifies practical and pragmatic solutions.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada
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  • Steven Mason
    Steven Mason

    Steven Mason

    teve Mason is a highly regarded litigator who advises telecommunications, broadcasting and technology clients in complex regulatory and appellate disputes. He is particularly noted for his expertise in communications-related litigation.

    • Steve is a top litigator. He is strategic, creative, pragmatic and responsive. When you reach out to Steve, you know you will receive the absolute highest-quality legal representation.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

    • He is one of the most practical lawyers in terms of assessing business needs and delivering practical advice. He is incredibly bright and smart and understands how to manage client relations and assist in-house counsel with their jobs.

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  • Richard Lizius
    Richard Lizius

    Richard Lizius

    Richard Lizius is a highly regarded communications litigator who advises telecommunications, broadcasting and technology clients on complex regulatory, administrative and appellate matters.

    • Richard has been our key contact on this file and consistently delivers high-quality work.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

    • Richard is very calm, measured and a source of reassurance. He's incredibly thoughtful too, and highly intelligent and capable.

      Telecommunications & Broadcasting respondentCanada

    • He knows our industry very well. He is very easy to work with and is respectful, considerate and responsive, and always tries to offer optimal solutions.

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