Baker McKenzie's practice group regularly assists Canadian and international clients on a range of transactional merger control and foreign investment review matters. Additional areas of focus include antitrust counselling relating to commercial activities and handling contentious matters before Canadian judicial and enforcement authorities. Antitrust-focused Arlan Gates steers the practice from Toronto. Nancy Hamzo specializes in M&A and foreign investment requirements in Canada.
Testimonials
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‘I have worked with Baker McKenzie on several transactions in Canada which required foreign investment analysis and clearance. I've been impressed with the team's knowledge in this sector and how they have managed our cases with the authorities. We could not have managed without them.’
‘Nancy Hamzo and Sarah Mavula - a true standout team for these matters. Both are hands-on, knowledgeable and efficiently guide us on strategy and execution. In many cases, they think outside the box. Great international reach.’
‘Deep and unique coverage over competition and antitrust issues, including litigation, from a local and global perspective with the firm's worldwide network and seasoned lawyers.’
‘John Pirie: a great strategist and planner, mastering business, commercial and legal issues. David Gadsden, a fearless litigator, is highly recognized among his peers and the legal community as a whole.’
‘David Gadsden is a thoughtful, strategic thinker who can handle any level of complexity. Justine Johnston is an incredible addition to the team. Whip-smart and a real asset to an international firm.’
Key clients
- Sika
- Platinum Equity Group
- Flowserve Corporation
- Embracer Group
- NHK Spring
- Mercedes-Benz
- Avet Pharmaceuticals
- Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty
- Brookfield Business Partners
- Chiesi Group
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Accenture
- Puig
Work highlights
- Representing Sika AG in defending two class actions in Canada (Quebec and Federal Court) in connection with an alleged conspiracy to fix the prices of chemical admixtures in Canada and throughout the world.
- Advised Sika AG on the divestiture of the MBCC Group’s admixture systems business in Canada, the United States, the UK, the EU, Australia and New Zealand.
- Advised Solenis LLC, a portfolio company of Platinum Equity Group, on its $4.6bn acquisition of Diversey Holdings.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Arlan Gates