Telecommunications & Broadcasting
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 2
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Provided by Goodmans LLP
Our Communications Law team provides complete legal services and strategic advice on Canada's broadcasting, telecommunications and new media framework to local, national and international clients. For more than 20 years, the group has been involved in the majority of major transactions and policy review proceedings that have shaped the face of Canada's broadcasting and telecommunications industries.
We have a long and successful record appearing before the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, assisting clients with new licence applications, renewals, transfers of ownership and policy submissions in major telecommunications and broadcasting proceedings. We also represent communications companies at the appeal level, including appearances before the Federal Cabinet, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. Our clients, which include a number of Canada's largest broadcasting and telecommunications companies, also rely on the Communications group for advice on copyright, competition and trade law matters.
Chambers Review
Goodmans wins recognition for its handling of complex transactional mandates relating to broadcasting and communications from its Toronto office. The firm represents a broad range of clients including sports and radio broadcasters, internet services and satellite television providers. Its communications lawyers also have notable expertise in broadcasting regulatory matters and frequently appear before the CRTC as well as the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada.
Work Highlights
- Goodmans acted for Rogers Communications in connection with its acquisition of Shaw Communications.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Goodmans are extremely knowledgeable about both the regulatory and political landscape, helping us navigate both. They are always abreast of the views across the different stakeholders in the sector."
"In my experience, the attorneys are amazingly responsive and are able to respond very quickly, especially considering their heavy workloads."
"Goodmans are highly knowledgeable on the subject matter, providing timely and solid legal advice. The quality of their services to clients and responsiveness are exceptional."
"Goodmans provide excellent advice. Their work commitment is beyond expectations and their commercial awareness is unparalleled."
"Goodmans are extremely knowledgeable about both the regulatory and political landscape, helping us navigate both. They are always abreast of the views across the different stakeholders in the sector."
"In my experience, the attorneys are amazingly responsive and are able to respond very quickly, especially considering their heavy workloads."
"Goodmans are highly knowledgeable on the subject matter, providing timely and solid legal advice. The quality of their services to clients and responsiveness are exceptional."
"Goodmans provide excellent advice. Their work commitment is beyond expectations and their commercial awareness is unparalleled."
Notable Practitioners
Monique McAlister is a highly regarded lawyer based in Goodmans' Toronto office. She is best known for her experience assisting media clients with various broadcasting issues, including programme licensing and regulatory matters.
"Monique is top-notch in all factors."
"Monique is top-notch, and frankly I can't imagine getting through all the regulatory advocacy without her. Her expertise is second to none. She is incredibly productive, responsive and always poised."
"Monique has been invaluable in her work with us."
"Monique is excellent across the board."
Michael Koch is an adept lawyer in the telecommunications sector who is based in Goodmans' Toronto office. He assists a range of service providers with corporate, commercial and regulatory matters and has further experience advising on legislative changes to the Broadcasting Act.
"Michael's contributions to the legal work are highly valuable. He has knowledge and skill in dealing with complex legal matters, combined with excellent client attention and responsiveness."
Ranked Lawyers at
Goodmans LLP
Nationwide - Canada