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The Osler Tax Group is consistently recognized as a leading provider of tax law services in Canada. From offices in Toronto, Montréal, Calgary, Ottawa, Vancouver and New York, Osler’s tax lawyers operate as an integrated unit and in partnership with clients to develop sophisticated solutions to their most complex and important taxation issues. With close to 60 tax professionals, they are able to offer clients expert advice on a broad range of taxation matters of importance to their business interests. In addition, they are pleased to share the benefit of Osler’s extensive experience through Osler Updates, seminars, webinars and other client tailored programs.

The team offers leading expertise and have extensive experience in each of the following areas of corporate tax practice: M&A, Corporate reorganizations and restructurings, tax advisory services, tax controversy and litigation, transfer pricing, Canada/U.S. cross-border tax planning and indirect tax.

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What the Team is Known For

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt is renowned for its exceptional tax group, with strength and depth in both tax planning and dispute resolution. Much admired for the breadth of its subject matter and geographical coverage, the firm is particularly well regarded for its litigation expertise as well as advising on big-ticket M&A and transactions. It is also noted for its robust sales tax practice and its work on international taxation and transfer pricing issues. The department's impressive client list includes significant players from a variety of sectors including manufacturing, energy, real estate, technology and financial services.

Work Highlights

  • Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt provided tax advice to Westbrick Energy on its CAD1.075 billion sale to Vermilion Energy by way of a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act.

Strengths

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Osler provides a full practice and their broad perspective, along with in-depth expertise, results in tax lawyers who can relate to the challenges their clients face, with practical solutions.

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Osler has assembled a team across Canada with experience in all areas of tax controversy. They also respond quickly when new matters arise.

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The firm has lots of experienced practitioners that bring divergent views to problems. They have lots of bench strength and do a good job of deploying the right resources for the problem.

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The team is very responsive, knowledgeable and really just a great partner to work with.

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Osler is excellent at handling multiple deliverables with tight deadlines and is very responsive to client communication.

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Notable Practitioners

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Al Meghji
Al Meghji
Star Individuals
Al Meghji in Toronto is widely exalted as a luminary in the field of tax disputes. He has represented numerous blue-chip clients, including standout names in natural resources, financial services and retail.

Al is considered the top tax litigator in the country. He stands above all others. While he does a great job in the court, what he does outside the court is equally impressive.

Al is recognised as the most experienced lawyer in tax litigation in Canada.

Al is the best in the industry.

Nobody has dominated a practice area in law the way Al has dominated tax litigation.

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Firoz Ahmed
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Firoz Ahmed
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Firoz Ahmed advises on the full gamut of matters in the tax space, including high-value acquisitions, in addition to complex corporate restructuring mandates. He is based in Toronto.

Firoz is terrific.

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Patrick Marley
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Patrick Marley
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Toronto-based Patrick Marley enjoys a stellar reputation and is particularly noted for his expertise in international transactions, as well as advising on major corporate listings and commercial agreements.

He is the Canadian expert in international tax.

Pat is very timely and practical with his responses. He understands our business and is able to match our business needs with the tax challenges we face.

Pat is very responsive, thorough and makes sure all considerations are being conveyed in a clear and concise manner.

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Edward Rowe
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Edward Rowe
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Co-chair of the tax group, Edward Rowe is a highly experienced lawyer who regularly advises clients on tax disputes and tax audits. Based in Calgary, he is particularly active working for clients in the energy and agricultural industries.

He is a superb tax lawyer.

Edward is recognised for both his tax technical expertise and also is experienced as a litigator.

Edward is very strong technically.

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Mark Brender
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Mark Brender
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Mark Brender provides tax counsel to his clients on various transactions and investments. He stands out for his role in high-profile M&A deals, including the acquisition of distressed assets. Brender leads the tax group in Montréal.

To be able to have a complex matter distilled into something digestible is Mark's great strength.

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Amanda Heale
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Amanda Heale
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Amanda Heale is an esteemed tax litigator with experience acting for clients in international tax and transfer pricing litigation.

Amanda is knowledgeable, practical and provides tax litigation-oriented advice.

Amanda has impressed me. She is great.

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Joanne Vandale
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Joanne Vandale is growing in prominence due to her capable handling of various contentious tax issues. These include cases in the oil and gas and energy sectors.

Joanne is attune to commercial sensitivities and has in-depth experience as a litigator.

Joanne is excellent to work with.

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Manon Thivierge
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Manon Thivierge
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Manon Thivierge regularly works on tax issues concerning transactions such as M&A and dispositions.
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Alan Kenigsberg
Alan Kenigsberg
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Alan Kenigsberg handles a range of indirect tax matters and often advises clients on sales tax-related issues.

Alan is an expert in indirect tax and he is very responsive.

He is a strong performer, knowledgeable and smart.

Alan is a strong indirect tax litigator.

Alan is a top indirect tax lawyer in Canada.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Firoz Ahmed
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Firoz Ahmed
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Patrick Marley
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Patrick Marley
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Edward Rowe
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Edward Rowe
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Mark Brender
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Mark Brender
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Manon Thivierge
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Manon Thivierge
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Tax: Indirect Tax
Alan Kenigsberg
Alan Kenigsberg
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Tax: Litigation
Al Meghji
Al Meghji
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Amanda Heale
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Amanda Heale
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Edward Rowe
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Edward Rowe
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Joanne Vandale
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