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McMillan LLP

Private Equity: Buyouts

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada

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McMillan’s Private Equity lawyers bring unmatched commitment to helping clients execute transactions effectively and efficiently. Best known for assisting international funds with implementing complex private equity investments, our team has worked on some of the highest profile cross-border acquisitions. Our private equity group has extensive experience working with private equity funds and financial institutions in acquisitions and dispositions, acting regularly for sponsors in fund formation and working closely with US and international law firms in cross-border private equity transactions.


Canada has long been an attractive market for private equity and venture capital investors. A relatively stable economy and an abundance of capital have attracted international companies and financiers to explore investment opportunities and launch businesses in the Canadian market. Tapping into McMillan’s knowledge and experience allows them to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks.

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Private Equity: Buyouts - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
McMillan regularly advises on mid-market transactions, acting on behalf of Canadian and US private equity houses. The firm also frequently fulfils the role of Canadian counsel in US-Canada big-ticket transactions, acting alongside major US law firms. Its private equity and venture capital industry lawyers have further experience acting for private investors and target companies across a variety of industry sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • McMillan acted for Sigan Industries in its cross-border sale to SV Labs.

Strengths

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  • The team at McMillan is responsive and knowledgeable of the local M&A market.

    Private Equity: Buyouts respondentCanada

  • McMillan does an excellent job. The team navigates the Canadian market and regulatory schemes really well, with an eye for cross border understanding.

    Private Equity: Buyouts respondentCanada

  • McMillan offers versatility, deep industry knowledge and a down to earth mentality in negotiations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Brett Stewart
    Brett Stewart

    Brett Stewart

    Brett Stewart is based in Toronto and is a key lawyer for private equity transactional matters at McMillan. She is well accustomed to advising in the capacity of Canadian counsel, regularly working alongside leading US law firms.

    • Brett is down to earth and can explain complex matters in very simple terms.

      Private Equity: Buyouts respondentCanada

    • Brett Stewart is a safe pair of hands, terrific at looking after clients and is unflappable.

      Private Equity: Buyouts respondentCanada
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