Mergers and Acquisitions

Understanding the M&A Process

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are complex business transactions that require strong legal expertise and a deep understanding of how companies operate. At Robins Appleby, our M&A team helps clients navigate these deals, which can involve more than just acquiring companies—they can also include joint ventures, partnerships, and investments in joint venture structures.

We provide clear and effective legal advice to guide our clients through each step of the process, whether the deal is local or international. Our lawyers work closely with clients, other legal teams, and business leaders to make sure every part of the transaction is smooth, from start to finish.

To ensure positive outcomes, our approach emphasizes seamless communication with all stakeholders, including clients, fellow legal professionals, and business executives. At Robins Appleby, we provide clear and concise communication with our clients, other professionals, and other counsel to steer M&A transactions to successful completion, no matter the complexity or scope.

Expertise in Merger and Acquisition Transactions in Toronto

Our office is located in one of Canada’s commerce hubs, allowing our M&A lawyers access to the latest information, as well as the best policy and industry practices in Ontario. Our M&A services are based on two key priorities that are designed to meet our client's specific goals:

Helping clients manage risk based on their comfort level, so we can address any issues without compromising on results.
Identifying and handling potential problems, such as tax and regulatory issues, before they escalate into crises.

Our M&A clients come from a variety of backgrounds—ranging from mid-size business owners and entrepreneurs to private equity firms, major corporations, and public companies. We also work with government agencies, financial institutions, and boards of directors.

When advising on mergers and acquisitions, we tap into the full expertise of our firm, including specialists in tax law, international transactions, real estate, lending, corporate finance, and if needed, corporate litigation.

Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyers Who Understand Your Needs

Our mergers and acquisitions lawyers have extensive experience to know that successful deals involve many moving parts and multiple stakeholders, each with their own complex objectives and goals. We work closely with our clients to protect their interests and maximize opportunities throughout the business transaction process.

We know that every transaction is driven by a business need, and we have in-depth experience in the industries our clients operate. Our "client-first" approach is ingrained in our firm’s culture and shapes how we handle and manage risk in any M&A transaction to help ensure positive client outcomes.

Our M&A team provides hands-on support throughout the entire process, including:

Actively participating in early planning
Providing guidance during due diligence
Working with our Tax Group and clients' financial advisers to create tax-friendly structures
Drawing on the expertise of our Commercial Real Estate, Leasing, and Employment lawyers as needed
Keeping investors and lenders informed with clear communication and timely updates
Coordinating efforts between legal, financial, cross-border, and other key advisers

From start to finish, we ensure that every part of the transaction is managed with the legal care and precision it is due.

Our Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyers Are With You, Every Step of the Way

Robins Appleby has a team of experienced M&A lawyers who assist clients throughout every stage of the process, from due diligence and negotiations to contracts and regulatory compliance.

Our legal and industry experts provide clients with expert guidance at every step, to ensure your transaction is protected from complex regulatory issues that may arise in certain industries.

Our M&A lawyers help business owners, private equity firms, and strategic buyers with:

Acquisition financing
Cross-border transactions
Due diligence reviews
Joint ventures and strategic alliances
Leveraged and management buy-outs
Private equity-sponsored transactions

In addition, we carefully advise our clients on the tax implications of each deal, ensuring that transactions are not only compliant with provincial and federal laws but also optimized for tax advantages through well-structured acquisition and divestiture agreements.

Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions

Canada has become an attractive destination for American and international businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors. With its stable business environment, political stability, rule of law, and highly educated multilingual workforce, Canada offers

significant advantages. Additionally, Canadian businesses are committed to attracting and developing world-class talent. Toronto, as Canada’s commercial capital, is a vibrant hub for business.

We provide expert legal guidance for all types of transactions, whether for domestic, cross-border, or multinational business transactions. The cross-border lawyers at Robins Appleby are experienced in helping international companies establish their businesses in Canada. At the same time, we have been helping Canadian companies conduct business outside of Canada’s borders seamlessly. Our expertise includes:

Mergers and Acquisitions
Shareholder, Partnership, and Joint Venture Structures
Secured Lending Transactions
Setting up Canadian affiliates, subsidiaries, and branch offices
Establishing tax-effective business structures

Whether your transaction involves entering the Canadian market or expanding beyond it, our M&A lawyers are equipped to handle the complexities and deliver successful outcomes.

Learn more about our Cross Border Lawyers.

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