Paul Stepak
Canada Guide 2025
Band 3 : Tax
Email address
[email protected]Contact number
+1 416 863 2457Share profile
About
Provided by Paul Stepak
Practice Areas
Paul is the National Practice Group Leader for the Blakes Tax group. Paul practises corporate and partnership income taxation, including advising on domestic and cross-border tax planning, private and public M&As, private equity and Canadian pension funds' investments, reorganizations, capital markets transactions, financings, and taxation of mutual funds, partnerships and other investment vehicles. Cross-border inbound structuring, including for private equity funds and their portfolio companies, is a significant component of his practice. Paul also has experience assisting clients with the resolution of Canadian federal and provincial tax audits and appeals at all stages.
Professional Memberships
Paul is a member of the International Fiscal Association and the International Bar Association, and is a governor and member of the Executive Committee of the Canadian Tax Foundation.
Publications
Paul frequently writes and speaks on domestic and international tax issues.
Chambers Review
Canada
Head of the firm's tax group Paul Stepak is particularly well known for advising clients on tax planning and M&A transactions. He is based in Toronto.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Paul offers strong technical knowledge and practical experience."
"Heis very helpful in all aspects of the service provided."
"Paul offers strong technical knowledge and practical experience."
"Heis very helpful in all aspects of the service provided."
Discover other Lawyers at
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Alberta
British Columbia
