
McCarthy Tétrault’s corporate and M&A practice is noted for its industry expertise across the infrastructure, power, mining, gas & oil and tech sectors. The firm often handles large complex mining, infrastructure and energy-related M&As, as well as both private and public transactions involving shareholder activism and governance issues. The firm is sought out by a mix of clients from upcoming companies to established multinational corporations, financial sponsors, board directors and financial advisors. It has experience handling cross-border and multi-jurisdictional mandates as well as large and mid-market transactions. Jonathan See is a longstanding expert in M&A and private equity, he co-leads the Toronto practice alongside Shea Small and Cameron Belsher KC who splits his time between Vancouver and Toronto. Small leads on significant M&A transactions and is noted for his expertise in representing mining companies. Belsher is the go-to for international clients, advising on public and private M&A deals. Also in the Toronto team, David Woollcombe advises financial buyers, sellers, boards and special committees in transactions, while Shevaun McGrath focuses on private equity deals and multi-jurisdictional transactions. In Montréal, Clemens Mayr handles a broad range of issues from corporate finance, to international financings, M&As and governance. Chrystelle Chevalier-Gagnon represents US, European and international clients in their investments in Canada. Patrick Boucher handles a mix of capital markets and M&A work.
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Key clients
- Apollo Global Management
- Blackstone
- Blue Wolf Capital Partners
- British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI)
- Brookfield Asset Management
- Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ)
- Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB)
- CVC Capital Partners
- Enbridge
- Glencore
- Instar Asset Management
- Methanex
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Cameron Belsher KC; Jonathan See; Shea Small
Other key lawyers
David Woollcombe; Clemens Mayr; Shevaun McGrath; Chrystelle Chevalier-Gagnon; Patrick Boucher






