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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Artificial Intelligence

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Artificial Intelligence - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt is widely recognised for its sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) practice, advising clients across the AI ecosystem from technology developers and high-growth companies to established enterprises deploying AI at scale. The multidisciplinary team is particularly noted for its strength in AI governance, privacy and data management, intellectual property, technology transactions and regulatory compliance, providing strategic counsel on the legal and commercial challenges presented by evolving AI technologies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Osler acts as principal external counsel to Cohere, a leading enterprise AI company, advising on strategic partnerships, AI infrastructure projects, enterprise deployments and commercialisation initiatives.

Strengths

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  • I feel very confident that they have actual experience in what we are doing; they have a lot of deep understanding of AI services, and they have really done the work to understand the nuances of the business. I don't ever feel like I'm sitting down with someone that doesn't understand.

    Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

  • They bring deep subject-matter expertise and a strong understanding of our business, industry and regulatory environment, which allows them to provide advice that is both practical and commercially grounded. They consistently offer thoughtful, creative solutions to complex issues, with a clear appreciation of both the legal framework and the broader business implications.

    Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

  • Osler consistently delivers top-tier advice with responsiveness, exceeding expectations on both execution and client service. Osler's is top-tier AI practice in Canada.

    Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

  • What set them apart was their ability to translate evolving AI-specific considerations, such as data governance, liability allocation and acceptable use, into clear, workable contract language. Their combination of deep technical awareness and commercial legal expertise is not something you find consistently across the industry.

    Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Chad Bayne
    Chad Bayne

    Chad Bayne

    Chad Bayne is a pre-eminent adviser to emerging technology and artificial intelligence (AI) companies, representing high-growth businesses, venture capital investors and strategic acquirers across the innovation ecosystem. He is particularly sought after for his guidance on the growth, financing and commercialisation of AI-driven businesses

    • He is extremely sharp and versatile; he not only has the legal chops but also the business acumen that you very rarely see. He is the best lawyer in Canada.

      Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

    • He's an incredible adviser to the company, and his strategic vision has been fundamental for us.

      Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada
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  • Sam Ip
    Sam Ip

    Sam Ip

    Sam Ip is a leading technology lawyer with a particular focus on artificial intelligence (AI), advising developers, infrastructure providers and enterprise users on the legal and commercial issues arising from AI deployment. Leveraging his background as a professional engineer, he is especially noted for his expertise in AI governance, risk management, data usage, evolving regulatory frameworks and the commercial arrangements.

    • This guy is the smartest dude I have ever met! He has deep, deep expertise in what we do. He used to be a software engineer, so he is calm, cool and collected. He also has a great human side; he's calm and considerate in addition to really being one of Canada's top experts in his field.

      Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada

    • Sam is a joy to work with. He's extremely calm and kind on top of it all.

      Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada
    • What sets Sam Ip apart is his genuine technical foundation in AI, which is rare among lawyers operating in this space. Sam was able to articulate the underlying technology risks in practical terms before many in the legal industry had developed that level of fluency. This allowed him to identify and address issues that a less technically grounded lawyer might have overlooked or underweighted. For companies navigating real AI deployments, this depth of understanding translates directly into better, more relevant legal advice.
      Artificial Intelligence respondentCanada
    • An outstanding practitioner.
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