Information Technology
Global Guide 2024 : Canada
Band 3
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Provided by Fasken
As recognized leaders in IT law, Fasken is well-positioned to help your business anticipate and address the increasing pace of technological change, and your evolving business needs. Whether you are a technology company, or you use technology in your business, we provide balanced, pragmatic advice when you need to make key decisions. To address all of your IT-related legal concerns, we work closely as trusted advisors to in-house practitioners and business leaders.
Whether your organization is purchasing or providing IT services, we advise on everything from large systems implementations and outsourcing arrangements, to Internet business models, to new technologies.
We recognize that technological developments raise issues across a broad range of subject matters, and take a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to addressing those issues. For example, cryptocurrencies raise technology, securities, financial services and tax considerations.
If you’re launching initiatives to advance technology infrastructure or services, in addition to developing and negotiating the agreements, we’ll work with you to develop comprehensive RFPs and conduct a successful procurement; develop and implement cloud and outsourcing strategies; address data security, privacy and CASL issues; create governance, IT security, record retention and other critical policies.
Chambers Review
Fasken has a well-established technology practice that is valued for its extensive knowledge of both mature and emerging company IT concerns. The firm leverages its multidisciplinary strength to represent an impressive portfolio of public clients, including insurance companies, in complex outsourcing transactions. The information technology team's expertise extends to the negotiation of service agreements, SaaS contracts and software licensing. Its lawyers also stand out for their knowledge of developments in the technology field, in addition to providing invaluable advice on tech-related M&A transactions.
Work Highlights
- A Fasken team led by Daniel Fabioano assisted Metrolinx with a procurement programme to modernise the PRESTO payment system.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Fasken was able to offer a breadth of experience in a number of areas. Having a one-stop shop was crucial for this complex project. It was great to rely on them to provide sound advice and experience."
"The expertise brought was very broad and deep. They are incredibly detailed and able to ensure that no thread is dropped even with many outstanding issues in play."
"Faskens has a number of partners in the information technology space helping us on our project. They are all very strong in the area of information technology law and contracting with significant expertise and experience."
"They are very knowledgeable, competent, helpful and professional. They have the right subject matter expert for any topic."
"The Fasken team has always been incredible to work with. Their depth of knowledge and their ability to fight for their client and know when to compromise have always led to securing the right deal."
"Fasken was able to offer a breadth of experience in a number of areas. Having a one-stop shop was crucial for this complex project. It was great to rely on them to provide sound advice and experience."
"The expertise brought was very broad and deep. They are incredibly detailed and able to ensure that no thread is dropped even with many outstanding issues in play."
"Faskens has a number of partners in the information technology space helping us on our project. They are all very strong in the area of information technology law and contracting with significant expertise and experience."
"They are very knowledgeable, competent, helpful and professional. They have the right subject matter expert for any topic."
"The Fasken team has always been incredible to work with. Their depth of knowledge and their ability to fight for their client and know when to compromise have always led to securing the right deal."
Notable Practitioners
Toronto-based Andrew Nunes possesses experience across a range of information technology issues, from outsourcing to cloud computing. He is additionally recognised for his handling of e-commerce and SaaS-related matters.
"Andrew is exceptional - he is practical and reasonable, he has a very good skill which is reading other parties, so he provides balanced perspectives. He also has a comprehensive understanding of our risk appetite."
"He is one of the leaders in the IT field. He really knows his stuff and provides solid advice to our leadership team."
"He is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is incredibly smart and someone you can trust will get the job done well."
"Andrew is wonderful to work with. He is incredibly detailed and wants to get to the right outcome for his client. He brings a calm and patient style but does not leave a stone unturned in helping to get to the right outcome."
Andrew Alleyne advises clients on matters including master supplier agreements and software licensing concerns. He is based in Toronto.
"Andrew has become a trusted part of our team. We value his contributions to our business requirements."
"He provides exceptional service, expertise, depth of knowledge and client negotiation skills."
"Andrew provides excellent client service. He is also very knowledgeable in this area of law."
"He understands our goals and is adept at managing a multitude of personalities and priorities in order to deliver on our goals."
John Beardwood's Toronto-based practice encompasses a variety of IT issues, including outsourcing, software procurement and privacy concerns. He acts for both public entities and privately owned companies, including insurers and healthcare companies.
"John is a strategic thinker and always focused on solutions. His commercial acumen is excellent and we have relied heavily on it."
"John is a solid lawyer and great client service practitioner."
Karam Bayrakal represents tech companies from a range of sectors, including video gaming and AI, in complex commercial transactions. He is particularly active assisting with procurement and service agreements. He co-leads the firm's technology, media and telecommunications group from Vancouver.
"Karam has excellent knowledge. He is a trusted legal adviser to our business."
"Karam is a trusted adviser. He always helps us to protect what we are building and achieve our goals without taking unnecessary risks."
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