Fasken
The expertise of the sizeable practice at Fasken encompasses large systems implementations and outsourcing arrangements, Internet business models, e-commerce and consumer protection matters, data protection and tech-related M&A. The group also routinely handles venture capital and private equity financings, exit transactions and IPO listings. The department is co-led by a team of six partners: Andrew Alleyne, Andrew Nunes and Will Shaw lead from Toronto; Adam Saskin and Constantinos Ragas co-manage the emerging technologies group from Montreal; and Shahrooz Nabavi is stationed in Vancouver. Karam Bayrakal has niche expertise assisting interactive media companies, in particular video game developers and publishers, with development and publishing transactions.
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Testimonials
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‘Overall very strong; oriented towards larger companies. The team has the capability to handle complex agreements on a large scale.’
‘Incredibly knowledgeable lawyers in this field; excellent executive presence with clients; clear and concise communications; diversity.'
‘Andrew Nunes - in addition to excellent technical skills and his knowledge of the field and issues, he has excellent communication skills and presence with leadership. He demonstrates patience and understanding when trying to explain legal concepts to business leaders.'
Key clients
- Metrolinx
- Economical Insurance Group
- Arthur Health
- Novarc Technologies
- Puzzle Medical
- Carfax
Work highlights
- Assisted Metrolinx with the development of a contract regime for its extensive procurement program to modernize the PRESTO payment system.
- Advised Economical on the Renewal of Master Services Agreement with Kyndryl (successor to IBM Canada).
- Advised Arthur Health on the termination and replacement of the platform provider for its healthcare technology platform for the delivery of clinic based injury care.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Alleyne, Andrew Nunes, Will Shaw, Shahrooz Nabavi, Constantinos Ragas, Adam Saskin