Providing global law firms with expertise on cross-border transactions Providing global law firms with expertise on cross-border transactions

Osler is recognized for the breadth and depth of its practice in business law and is consistently ranked as one of Canada’s top firms. Our firm’s collaborative, “one firm” approach draws on the expertise of more than 600 lawyers across all offices and practice areas to deliver superior legal advice. Over the years Osler has been successful in building strong relationships with U.S. and international law firms in providing knowledge and support in meeting the needs of our clients.

With extensive experience in advising international enterprises on Canadian M&A and foreign investment activity and providing guidance on Tax, Intellectual Property and Employment Law matters related to cross-border transactions, Osler is the firm of choice for global organizations doing business in Canada.


M&A

Our team advises on all types and sizes of transactions and have deep experience from decades of deal flow, be it for domestic, cross-border or multi-national companies. Osler lawyers have designed and implemented innovative legal structures that have revolutionized the M&A landscape and continue to provide valuable solutions for our clients. LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked Osler the #1 firm in the M&A league tables for Canada by deal value in 2024.


Tax

Osler’s Tax Group is consistently recognized as a leading provider of tax law services in Canada and is ranked Band 1 by Chambers Canada, one of the leading legal directories in the world. Our team helps clients manage tax risk and provide innovative solutions for complex transactions.


Intellectual Property

Osler’s top-ranked IP team has a well-earned reputation for excellence in Canadian IP litigation, including cross-border matters, built on our winning trial record representing some of the world’s most prominent companies and innovators. The firm’s IP Group has been recognized by World Trademark Review 1000: The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals 2023.


Employment and Labour

Osler has extensive experience guiding U.S.-based employers through downsizings, executive terminations and union-organizing efforts — all of which raise different issues and require different solutions in Canada. Our firm is recognized in Employment and Labour law by Chambers Canada.


Osler Works – Transactional

Our in-house alternative legal service provider offers high quality work at a lower price by combining our team’s expert knowledge of complex transactions with cutting-edge processes and technologies that improve efficiencies and present a host of business advantages.


Team

Our extensive work with industry-leading companies provides Osler lawyers with unique insights into the business of global transactions. Osler is committed to delivering the value that will make a difference and contribute to the ongoing success of global law firm clients.

Alex Gorka

Partner, Corporate

Co-Chair: Mergers and Acquisitions

Alex is Co-Chair of Osler’s Mergers and Acquisitions Group. He regularly acts on Canada’s most high profile and complex transactions, delivering… Read more Alex Gorka

Toronto

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