Telecommunications & Broadcasting
Nationwide - Canada
3 years ranked
Provided by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Céline practices regulatory and commercial law with a focus on the technology, communications and media sectors. She helps telecommunications, data service, satellite, broadcasting and digital media companies navigate Canada’s communications regulatory regimes, and routinely advises in connection with licensing matters, regulatory proceedings, annual filings and other compliance obligations. She also provides strategic advice to clients seeking to anticipate and respond to changes in the Canadian communications regulatory landscape.
As part of her commercial practice, Céline handles complex commercial drafting work involving telecommunications, broadcasting and technology-related products and services. She also provides support to clients in the context of corporate transactions involving significant technology and communications assets.
In addition to her communications expertise, Céline advises clients in respect of a range of other regulatory matters, including in relation to privacy, consumer protection, accessibility and language requirements.
Called to the Quebec Bar in 2012. Recognized by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 Canada.
Céline regulatory contributes to publications relating to communications, technology and privacy law, and has co-authored several Blakes publications on key Canadian legislative developments in these fields.
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Céline Poitras practises commercial and regulatory law, with expertise in technology, communications, media and life sciences. She often acts for telecommunications and broadcasting companies navigating Canada's communications regulations.
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Céline is an exceptional lawyer and always provides advice in a clear, concise, thoughtful and kind manner.
Céline provides superior client services and demonstrates strong commercial awareness.
Céline has the experience in the field to be aware of regulatory changes that sometimes impact us both directly and indirectly, and is a very effective communicator and very available and helpful.
Céline is an excellent strategic adviser with deep subject-matter expertise and strong commercial judgment. She consistently provides clear, thoughtful guidance on complex regulatory issues. She is responsive, pragmatic and a trusted partner on Canadian regulatory matters.
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