International Trade/WTO

Tereposky & DeRose is a dynamic boutique law firm that offers specialist expertise in a range of international trade law and procurement matters. Typically sought out by both domestic and international clients, the firm advises on economic sanctions, WTO and NAFTA proceedings, trade remedies, trade policy and agreements. The Ottawa-based team enjoys an excellent reputation among domestic producers and government bodies, and has an impressive track record of advising foreign governments.

"The firm is always responsive in a timely manner and collaborative in responding to client enquiries."

"Their responses are immediate or within 24 hours. They are consistent, concise, to the point and easy to understand."

"Tereposky & DeRose is extremely competent in analysing international trade policy and other trade matters."

"The team timely communicates every relevant news that might affect the interests of the business and works along with our team to understand our needs."

Tereposky & DeRose continued to represent the Secretaria de Economia of the Mexican Government in the USMCA dispute regarding certain measures concerning genetically modified corn grain.

Greg Tereposky is regarded as a pre-eminent practitioner and is famed for his understanding of trade policy and the WTO. Throughout his distinguished career he has represented a myriad impressive clients, from domestic producers and trade associations to foreign governments. "Greg is a legend in the Canadian trade bar. He has decades of experience and is easy to work with." "Greg provides his expert opinion and collaborates in the formulation of strategies and definitions that demand a high level of technical and practical knowledge." "He is an extremely strong litigator with deep knowledge of investment arbitration, international trade agreements and trade remedy laws."

Daniel Hohnstein is frequently engaged for advice on trade policy and representation in disputes, including before the WTO and USMCA. He has assisted major domestic manufacturers, as well as foreign governments. "Daniel provides prompt, concise and user-friendly advice on trade matters." "Daniel offers outstanding service and attention to details." "Daniel is a highly experienced and skilled lawyer in WTO and trade agreement dispute settlements. He brings precision to an area of law that many practitioners do not understand well."

Vincent DeRose has significant experience covering sanction matters. He has a particularly strong reputation for advising clients in the aviation sector, as well as single and groups of individuals. He is also a well-established procurement law expert. "Vincent is extremely experienced and well connected in the industry. He is a great, forward-thinking lawyer." "Vincent is accomplished in investment arbitrations and related court proceedings." "Vincent is very good on substantive issues with practical solutions to problems. He is good with client relations as well."

Stephanie Desjardins is an up-and-coming partner with commendable experience in international trade disputes, including anti-dumping and countervailing duty proceedings. She also advises on sanction matters. "Stephanie always provides timely and well-prepared responses and shows awareness of issues affecting our business." "Stephanie provides excellent service and is extremely helpful on various areas related to CBSA and CITT cases and procedures."