Dentons focuses on both domestic and international M&A transactions, representing buyers and sellers in takeover bids, amalgamations, arrangements as well as share and asset purchases. It is well-versed in handling hostile acquisitions and proxy fights and also assists clients with taxation, competition and antitrust issues which arise through transactions. The firm has industry expertise across tech, mining, energy, oil & gas, infrastructure, telecoms and broadcasting. Jason Saltzman leads the Toronto team and is knowledgeable on corporate finance matters and M&As. Also in Toronto, Alex Farcas is the go-to for go-private transactions, reverse mergers and carve-out transactions, while Ora Wexler handles capital markets transactions. Danny Wakeling spearheads the Edmonton practice and centres his work on M&As, advising both public and private companies.
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‘Dentons’ corporate and M&A team stands out for its deep bench strength, responsiveness, and business-oriented approach. What sets the practice apart is the integration of exceptional legal expertise with a strategic mindset—an approach that goes beyond transaction execution to add meaningful value at every stage of the deal lifecycle.’
‘The Dentons acquisition team is essentially an extension of our in-house legal team. The Dentons team fits right in, knows their roles in the overall acquisition process and works seamlessly with our team. I have complete trust in the Dentons team. The relationship is definitely a partnership based on teamwork.’
‘They have the requisite technical expertise, capabilities and experience - those are table stakes. What sets them apart their responsiveness, reliability and dedication. They are invested in our long-term success and continue to earn our business with each deal. They treat each deal like it is their first and they have never taken our work for granted. Our go-to partners for acquisitions are Alex Farcas and Danny Wakeling.’
‘Dentons has a unique specialization and skill set in this area of expertise, particularly in developing a depth of knowledge from various individuals, complementing competencies, which ultimately offers a full-value service to its clients. Their client-centric approach not only drives above-par legal advice but also fosters collaboration among its different practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to its clients' problems.’
‘We have been privileged to work with fantastic partners, namely Kelli Patel. She has not only offered us sound legal advice but also demonstrated business acumen that helps drive business decisions and strategic alignment.’
‘This firm is very fast and efficient. They have a large sample of professionals in all spheres of activity. They have a great ability to work with SMEs and are very practical and down-to-earth in their advice.'
‘Simon Gauthier and Philippe Bergeron are very serious and professional people with an unrivalled speed of execution. They are excellent negotiators and are able to get to the heart of the matter.’
Key clients
- Investissement Quebec
- Vermilion Energy
- Hamilton Thorne
- Energy Fuels
- Lions Gate Entertainment
- Mattr
- Unitil
- Edmonton Elks Football Club
- PrimeSource Building Products
- Vizimax
- Manmohan Grewal
Work highlights
Assisted Investissement Quebec with the completion of funding agreements totalling $2.54bn in favour of Telesat.
Advised Vermilion Energy on its arrangement agreement to acquire Westbrick Energy for a total consideration of $1.075bn.
Represented Hamilton Thorne in its going private transaction with Astorg, by way of statutory plan of arrangement and simultaneous acquisition of Cook Medical’s Reproductive Health.
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Practice head
Jason Saltzman; Danny Wakeling
Other key lawyers
Alex Farcas; Kelli Patel; Simon Gauthier; Philippe Bergeron; Ora Wexler