The Lexpert Special Edition: Technology 2021 has named 10 Davies partners among Canada’s top technology lawyers, affirming our standing as a leader in the fast-growing tech sector.

Over the past year, our team has acted for clients across the tech ecosystem on their most innovative and cutting-edge transactions, including advising on the following deals:

• Xplornet Communications Inc., Canada's largest rural-focused broadband service provider, in its sale to Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners for over $2 billion
• Google LLC in its acquisition of North Inc., a pioneer in human computer interfaces and smart glasses
• Epic Games, Inc. in its investment in Toronto-based SideFX, the company behind the Houdini 3D animation software used in video game development as well as for visual effects in film productions
• Wattpad Corp., a global multi-platform entertainment company, in its contemplated acquisition by South Korean Internet company Naver Corporation, home of digital comics platform Webtoon, for more than US$600 million

The following partners were recognized in this year’s guide:

• Aaron J. Atkinson
• Michel Gélinas
• Elliot A. Greenstone
• Elisa K. Kearney
• Brian Kujavsky
• Vincent A. Mercier
• Dale J. Osadchuk
• Cameron M. Rusaw
• Gillian R. Stacey
• Justin D. Vineberg

Published annually, the Lexpert Special Edition: Technology profiles select Lexpert-ranked lawyers who serve that industry.