Information Technology
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 2
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Provided by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
The Blakes Technology practice has been dedicated to steadying clients through the peaks and valleys of the ever-evolving technology landscape for the past two decades. Unlike many of our competitors, it is distinct from our Intellectual Property and Corporate & Commercial groups, highlighting our dedication to technology law. As one of the largest and most experientially diverse technology law practices in the country, the Blakes Technology practice offers comprehensive counsel on technology transactions, regulation and compliance in Canada.
Every company relies on technology, regardless of industry, and we deftly provide innovative solutions to the most complex technology law issues. Many of our lawyers are cross-trained in a number of legal areas such as corporate, commercial, intellectual property and communications law, and are considered to be among Canada’s top thought leaders in their respective fields. Our lawyers advise companies of all sizes, from domestic and international players in the technology sector, to Canadian start-ups pushing new boundaries in emerging technologies.
Our national team has specialized industry knowledge as well as a deep understanding of transactional complexities, providing creative and actionable legal guidance at all stages of technology strategy. The team includes experts across the major industries in Canada, such as oil and gas, power, financial services, telecommunications, retail and others.
Chambers Review
Blake, Cassels & Graydon operates a well-established technology practice with a strong track record of handling a diverse array of IT mandates, including regulatory matters and transactions. The firm acts for a range of high-end technology companies and major corporate clients in the financial services and retail spaces, as well as emerging tech startups. It also advises on commercial agreements, outsourcing, and licensing issues.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We consistently receive a service evidencing comprehensive knowledge and forward-thinking guidance that aligns with our business goals and shows an understanding of our business."
"The team runs like a well-oiled machine."
"The lawyers are always responsive and consistently meet deadlines."
"We consistently receive a service evidencing comprehensive knowledge and forward-thinking guidance that aligns with our business goals and shows an understanding of our business."
"The team runs like a well-oiled machine."
"The lawyers are always responsive and consistently meet deadlines."
Notable Practitioners
Toronto-based Robert Percival routinely advises clients on outsourcing agreements and a range of licensing matters.
"Robert is an excellent lawyer and a great pleasure to work with. His strong advocacy for his clients is grounded in his deep knowledge of the law and technology transactions."
"Robert is highly knowledgeable and diligent. We trust that he always has our best interests in mind."
Sunny Handa advises his client base of technology companies on a broad range of matters involving procurement, IP, and privacy concerns. His expertise and counsel extend to both transactional and regulatory matters. Based in Montréal, Handa is the national head of both the firm's technology and communications law groups.
"Sunny Handa is an excellent choice for privacy and commercial matters."
"Sunny is an experienced team leader with great communication skills. He is always available with good and practical advice."
David Feldman is a Toronto-based lawyer who focuses his practice on the negotiation of outsourcing agreements for clients in the financial sector. His client roster features a number of banks as well as financial companies.
"David is a great business partner who is collaborative and solution-oriented."
"He has broad tech business expertise."
Ranked Lawyers at
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Nationwide - Canada