About

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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.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial: The Elite - British Columbia

3
Band 3

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.

Work Highlights

  • 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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Notable Practitioners

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Daniel Steiner
3
Daniel Steiner
3
Band 3
Vancouver M&A head Daniel Steiner centres his practice on M&A transactions in the technology and infrastructure spaces. He has a wealth of experience in public company work and is also very well versed in private equity.

Dan is seasoned and provides sound perspective. He's an excellent right hand.

Dan navigates matters practically and is knowledgeable.

I have complete confidence in Daniel, he has the client's best interest in mind.

Janet Grove KC
3
Janet Grove KC
3
Band 3
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.

William J McFetridge
3
William J McFetridge
3
Band 3
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.

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

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.

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

Kristopher Miks
5
Kristopher Miks
5
Band 5

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.

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

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

Kris is very supportive and attentive.

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

Nathaniel S Misri
5
Nathaniel S Misri
5
Band 5
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.

He is responsive and understands our business well.

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

Brad Sollis
U
Brad Sollis
U
Up and Coming

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.

Eric Malysa
U
Eric Malysa
U
Up and Coming

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.

Emily Campbell
Emily Campbell
Associates to watch

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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Corporate/Commercial

Daniel Steiner
3
Daniel Steiner
3
Band 3
Janet Grove KC
3
Janet Grove KC
3
Band 3
William J McFetridge
3
William J McFetridge
3
Band 3
Kristopher Miks
5
Kristopher Miks
5
Band 5
Nathaniel S Misri
5
Nathaniel S Misri
5
Band 5
Brad Sollis
U
Brad Sollis
U
Up and Coming
Eric Malysa
U
Eric Malysa
U
Up and Coming
Emily Campbell
Emily Campbell
Associates to watch