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The Osler Tax Group is consistently recognized as a leading provider of tax law services. 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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Tax - Canada

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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 TC Energy on its USD4 billion restructuring of the holding and debt financing of the Columbia group.

Strengths

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The team has an excellent ability to understand complex matters and break them down to formulate sound and practical solutions.

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They understand my business extremely well, and that is what makes their opinions and recommendations very valuable.

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They collaborate seamlessly and efficiently among themselves. They also provide excellent access and responsiveness.

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt has an outstanding international tax advisory practice.

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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 Meghji is Canada's premier tax litigator. He is very persuasive and convincing, and he can make difficult tax concepts simple.

I consider Al Meghji to be one of the best attorneys I have worked with.

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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 Ahmed is well versed in all aspects of tax. He is very logical and simple in his approach.

He is my first and only call for complex Canadian tax issues.

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Patrick Marley
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Patrick Marley
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Band 1

Co-head of the firm's tax group in Toronto, 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.

We can always count on Patrick for his high-quality services.

Patrick Marley is an international tax expert who provides practical advice on complex issues and comes up with creative solutions. He is also very responsive to clients.

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Amanda Heale
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Amanda Heale
4
Band 4

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

Amanda retains impressive technical knowledge and the ability to resolve transfer pricing controversy.

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Edward Rowe
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Edward Rowe
4
Band 4
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 excellent in all respects.

Edward is a technical tax expert with superior litigation skills.

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Mark Brender
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Mark Brender
4
Band 4
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.
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Manon Thivierge
5
Manon Thivierge
5
Band 5
Manon Thivierge regularly works on tax issues concerning transactions such as M&A and dispositions.
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Ranked Lawyers at
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Tax
Firoz Ahmed
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Firoz Ahmed
1
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Patrick Marley
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Patrick Marley
1
Band 1
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Edward Rowe
4
Edward Rowe
4
Band 4
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Mark Brender
4
Mark Brender
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Manon Thivierge
5
Manon Thivierge
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Tax: Litigation
Al Meghji
Al Meghji
Star Individuals
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Amanda Heale
4
Amanda Heale
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Edward Rowe
4
Edward Rowe
4
Band 4
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