International Trade/WTO
Global Guide 2024 : Canada
Band 1
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Provided by McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Our International Trade & Investment Law Group lawyers have considerable expertise in enforcement, compliance and strategic planning in respect of Canadian laws and policy governing international trade, including anti-corruption, economic sanctions, defence trade controls, customs, trade remedies, export and import controls, investment protection treaties, international trade agreements, and dispute resolution, as well as extensive experience in government relations and legislative affairs. They are recognized worldwide for their experience in trade and investment law matters, and are regularly ranked as leading practitioners in national and international directories. They act for major corporations, industry associations and governments in respect of international agreements such as the EU- Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and those under the aegis of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Our lawyers represent clients before and in dealings with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Global Affairs Canada, Public Services and Procurement Canada, the Canada Border Services Agency the federal court, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, NAFTA arbitration panels, other ad hoc international arbitration tribunals, the WTO and other dispute resolution bodies.
Chambers Review
McCarthy Tétrault offers wide-ranging expertise in the international trade arena. Frequently identified for its impressive sanctions practice, the firm also earns recognition for its skill advising on customs, transfer pricing and international trade agreements. The international trade and investment team also advises on anti-corruption compliance and enforcement. It has been engaged by a number of clients in the engineering and natural resources industries for representation before both the CBSA and CITT in anti-dumping and countervailing duty cases, and has additional notable industry expertise in the financial services and food sectors.
Work Highlights
- McCarthy Tétrault represented KPMG in its capacity as liquidator of Scotsburn Cooperative Services in a dispute with the CBSA relating to Scotsburn’s participation in the Duties Relief Program.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The McCarthy team have a strong ability to interpret multiple complex issues. They are always accessible and responsive."
"The lawyers at McCarthy are responsive, thorough and experts in their fields. No matter how nuanced the issue is, McCarthy has always navigated the most difficult questions."
"The McCarthy team have a strong ability to interpret multiple complex issues. They are always accessible and responsive."
"The lawyers at McCarthy are responsive, thorough and experts in their fields. No matter how nuanced the issue is, McCarthy has always navigated the most difficult questions."
Notable Practitioners
John Boscariol heads the firm's international trade and investment department from Toronto. He is very highly rated for his expertise in sanctions, export controls and anti-corruption compliance.
"John is extremely knowledgeable in trade compliance issues. He knows who to contact, and what approach to take with government officials. He understands how the industry works."
"John is responsive and proactive. He is business-friendly and understands what type of advice is important for companies seeking to navigate complex regulatory requirements."
Martha Harrison is a respected lawyer in Canadian trade law, with a breadth of expertise covering customs and tariff classifications advice, in addition to a strong grasp of consumer products and regulatory law. She is based in Toronto.
"Martha is exceptional. She delivers a responsive, thorough and thoughtful work product every time."
Robert Glasgow is a Toronto-based lawyer with significant experience representing clients before the CITT in a range of different contexts, including trade policy reviews and contract challenges. Glasgow has also acted for his clients before the Federal Court and the Federal Court of Appeal.
"Robert is always very supportive and provides good information to support the case. He reacts in time to solve problems."
"Robert is a very effective litigator."
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