Bennett Jones LLP assists Canadian clients from various sectors such as energy and natural resources, fintech and investment funds with technology transactions. Over the last year the team has helped to structure, draft and negotiate IT transactions as well as advise on the rise of new technologies such as AI. The team also represents technology service providers with issues related to fintech, health tech, AI and machine learning. Calgary-based Stephen Burns co-leads the team alongside Matthew Flynn, focusing on AI, energy, utility and infrastructure-related technology issues. In Toronto, co-head Flynn is the go-to for technology transactions, handling M&As and private equity deals. Sébastien Gittens also resides in Calgary and utilizes his background in science to advise on technology and IP issues.
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Key clients
- Shift4 Payments,
- ATCO Ltd./ Canadian Utilities
- Flair Airlines
- Navacord
- Canadian Pacific Kansas Cit
- Northwest Redwater Partnership
- Pembina Pipeline Corporation
- CNRL
- Gateway Casinos & Entertainment
- Broadridge Financial Solutions
- UNI Financial Cooperation
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
Stephen Burns; Matthew Flynn
Other key lawyers
Sebastien Gittens