Tax

Tax Disputes

“Their lawyers are methodical and speedy in execution and take the issues seriously. They are bright, innovative and really understand the client’s business and overall context.”
Legal 500 Canada 2020

Lengthy tax audits or disputes are costly and disruptive for any business. Applying our extensive experience advising clients with operations in Canada and the U.S., we streamline the audit process with federal and provincial authorities. And when you are faced with a corporate, sales tax or transfer pricing dispute, we guide you every step of the way, including – if necessary – before every level of court.

From kickoff of an audit through appearing in court, our lawyers adeptly advocate and negotiate for your interests. We are fearless and methodical about getting the right result.

Representative Work

Glencore Canada Corporation, 2024

Acted for Glencore Canada Corporation in its dispute before the Tax Court of Canada and Federal Court of Appeal with respect to the tax treatment of break fees.

CAE Inc., 2023

Acted for CAE Inc. before the Federal Court of Appeal and their leave application to the Supreme Court of Canada in their dispute against the Canada Revenue Agency with respect to the characterization of an unconditionally refundable loan from the Government of Canada, namely for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SRED) purposes, as “governmental assistance”.