Tax
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 3
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Provided by Aird & Berlis LLP
The Aird & Berlis Tax Group is highly regarded on a national and international basis for domestic and international tax planning, structuring of business transactions and resolving tax disputes. Our lawyers are recognized for innovative domestic and international tax planning and for the development of creative structures. Other law firms and accounting firms regularly seek the expertise of our Tax Group to serve their clients more effectively.
We provide advice on the structuring of all types of business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, plans of arrangement, financings and sale transactions. We also assist the owners of private corporations in doing succession planning. Lawyers from our Tax Group work closely with our Capital Markets Group and Corporate/Commercial Group to ensure that business transactions, arrangements and strategies produce the most favourable tax consequences possible.
As a result of our strong technical expertise and superior negotiating skills, we are able to successfully represent clients seeking advance tax rulings, handling audits, disputing and negotiating the settlement of tax reassessments and, if necessary, appearing on their behalf in the Tax Court and appellate courts of Canada.
Learn more about the firm's Tax Group here: https://www.airdberlis.com/what-we-do/expertise/service/tax
Chambers Review
Aird & Berlis is a popular choice among multinational companies for international tax planning, cross-border M&A, financings and restructurings. The firm offers a depth of knowledge in a number of tax law areas, including dispute resolution, and regularly acts for clients in the finance, energy and mining sectors. Based in Toronto, the firm is recognised for its national reach.
Work Highlights
- Aird & Berlis represented Delta Consulting Group in its shareholding acquisition of Froese Forensic Partners, assisting with all tax aspects of the transaction.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They were very responsive and addressed exactly the points we needed to focus on."
"Aird & Berlis have a fantastic ability to quickly cut through the issues and state impacts in understandable terminology."
"Everything is dealt with on time and as promised.It feels like we are their only client."
"The group is keenly aware of the industry, its know-how and the latest developments."
"They were very responsive and addressed exactly the points we needed to focus on."
"Aird & Berlis have a fantastic ability to quickly cut through the issues and state impacts in understandable terminology."
"Everything is dealt with on time and as promised.It feels like we are their only client."
"The group is keenly aware of the industry, its know-how and the latest developments."
Notable Practitioners
Barbara Worndl is a well-regarded and longstanding figure in the Canadian tax market. She advises clients on various transactions, with a particular focus on REITs and on the real estate sector more generally.
"She is a delight to work with and one of the most practical lawyers I have ever met."
Jack Bernstein chairs the firm's international tax practice and assists clients with tax planning and transactional mandates. He is admitted to both the Québec and Ontario Bars.
"Jack Bernstein commands the respect of the Canadian tax authorities and has had very successful outcomes for his clients."
"He is an outstanding professional."
Francesco Gucciardo is praised for his tax expertise as it relates to complex transactions.
"Francesco Gucciardo hasan excellent grip on the tax issues and technical details while at the same time having great communication skills."
"He is absolutely fantastic!"
Louise Summerhill is frequently called upon for her disputes practice, with a wealth of experience in tax litigation mandates.
"LouiseSummerhill is a seasoned, personable and pragmatic income tax adviser and litigator. She is a pleasure to work with and we highly value her advice and counsel."
"She is very quick in replying to my enquiries and is a lovely person to work with."
Christopher Slade regularly represents both domestic and international clients in tax litigation.
"Christopher Slade is extremely thorough and prepared to address issues."
"Chris is excellent in all aspects of the case."
"He is extremely responsible and very calm in his approach to clients' situations."
Edward Miller is widening his recognition in the Canadian tax market, servicing his clients from Toronto. He notably offers experienced tax counsel on corporate tax planning, among other matters.
"Edward Miller is hard-working, reliable, thorough and efficient. A pleasure to work with."
"He provides sound and practical advice."
Angelo Gentile advises both domestic and international clients on commodity tax matters.
"Angelo is an excellent resource for commodity and specialty tax matters."
Neil Bass is a respected lawyer who handles a range of indirect tax matters, including GST and HST-related work.
"Neil Bass is the genuine, trustworthy and kind type of lawyer."
Ranked Lawyers at
Aird & Berlis LLP
Nationwide - Canada
Members
Provided by Aird & Berlis LLP
Andrew Nicholls
Angelo Gentile
Archie Rabinowitz
Brodie Kirsh
Carol Burns
Christopher Slade
Clifford Rand
David Malach
Donald Carr
Ed Esposto
Edward Miller
Elisabeth V. Atsaidis
Francesco Gucciardo
Holly V.A. Cunliffe
Jacob Brown
Josh Kumar
Louise R. Summerhill
Manjit Singh
Marni Pernica
Head of Department
Megan Lambert
Melanie A. Yach
Michael A. Selchen
Monica Carinci
Neil Bass
Renee Van
Saam Nainifard
Stacey Byldorp
Stan Fedun
Stephanie D’Amico
Stuart F. Bollefer
Industries
Provided by Aird & Berlis LLP
Automobiles & Parts
Charities / Not for Profit
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Industrial Engineering
Media
Mining & Metals
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Transportation