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Norton Rose Fulbright

Corporate/Commercial

Canada Guide 2026 : British Columbia

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Our corporate and commercial practice group supports our clients through each stage of their corporate growth by providing experience and pragmatic advice on both day-to-day business issues and long-term strategic initiatives, including the establishment of a new business, acquisitions, financing, strategic alliances, outsourcing, joint ventures and other critical endeavours.

Our technical and deep industry knowledge, and corporate and commercial acumen is relied upon and valued by our clients.

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Corporate/Commercial - British Columbia

What the Team is Known For
International law firm Norton Rose Fulbright maintains a solid Vancouver office, where the corporate team is noted for its robust private company deal sheet. It also demonstrates considerable expertise in assisting public corporations. The BC group regularly advises on M&A mandates and offers notable experience in the technology space. Its expertise also cuts across sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure. The team offers additional experience in emerging industries such as fintech and cannabis. Through its global platform, it is well placed to advise international clients on their investments in British Columbia.
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Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright, through its Vancouver and Chicago offices, represented Grafiti Holding on its business combination with Damon Motors and related listing of the combined company, Damon, on the Nasdaq Global Market.

Strengths

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  • The quality of Norton Rose Fulbright's services always strikes the appropriate balance of efficiency, responsiveness and expertise.

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  • The firm has a global reach and network, a depth of experience within each subject matter and experience across industries and jurisdictions.

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright has full client coverage, great advice and is execution-driven.

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  • Norton Rose has demonstrated a deep understanding of our business needs and engagement objectives while being able to discuss issues and solution options in non-legalese ways.

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  • The firm's advice is actionable and well informed across all practice areas.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Janet Grove KC
    Janet Grove KC

    Janet Grove KC

    Janet Grove KC is especially noted for her healthcare and life sciences practice, having previously held a senior in-house position with biotech company QLT. She is regularly called upon to assist with transactions in a wide variety of other sectors as well.

    • Janet knows when to push and when to pull at the right times.

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  • William J McFetridge
    William J McFetridge

    William J McFetridge

    William McFetridge is a senior lawyer who is experienced in assisting clients with a variety of transactions. He is based in Vancouver.

    • We would not be the business we are, nor have achieved all the successes we have, without his unwavering support, commitment and belief.

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    • He provides a great level of service and is a highly skilled attorney.

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    • Bill is the guru of all things corporate law. He is that classic, trusted adviser-type lawyer and is our go-to person for strategic advice for the most critical matters.

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    • He can quickly break down complex questions, which helps him recommend the appropriate solutions.

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  • Kristopher Miks
    Kristopher Miks

    Kristopher Miks

    Kristopher Miks offers broad strengths in advising clients on corporate law matters, including M&A activity, financing matters and broader corporate governance issues.

    • He leverages his strong research abilities and drive to bring forth the best solutions for his clients.

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    • Kristopher demonstrates a high level of thoroughness, quality of work and is always eager to learn the business.

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    • Kris has a very high level of understanding both from a legal and commercial perspective. His level of service is top-notch.

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    • Kris is very supportive and attentive.

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    • Kris has helped us navigate so many challenges and his ability to practically work through deals is pretty remarkable.

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  • Nathaniel S Misri
    Nathaniel S Misri

    Nathaniel S Misri

    Nathaniel Misri is an increasingly notable name in the Vancouver market. He is typically active on acquisitions, with experience handling First Nations and healthcare transactions, among other matters.

    • Nate is an enterprising lawyer who listens well and acts decisively. He has value-add vision for his clients.

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    • He is responsive and understands our business well.

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    • Nate is a really sharp M&A lawyer with really strong general skills and experience.

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  • Brad Sollis
    Brad Sollis

    Brad Sollis

    Brad Sollis is called upon for his broad strengths across corporate transactional work, as well as restructuring matters and joint venture agreements.

    • Brad continues to be outstanding in his field. He's unbelievably practical and effective.

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  • Eric Malysa
    Eric Malysa

    Eric Malysa

    Eric Malysa regularly handles private company mergers and acquisitions and is dual-qualified in British Columbia and Alberta.

    • Eric knows our company's processes, background and field of operation and helps tailor legal documents to our needs.

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  • Emily Campbell
    Emily Campbell

    Emily Campbell

    Emily Campbell is praised by clients for her excellent work on corporate matters, where she regularly supports on financings and M&A matters.

    • Emily has a high level understanding, ensures no details are missed and is very efficient.

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