Fasken

Fasken is a leading international law firm with a distinguished history dating back to the mid-19th century. The firm merged leading practices in 2000 to form what is now one of Canada's largest law firms with a strong international presence. With more than 900 lawyers and 1,100 employees across ten offices spanning three continents, Fasken provides comprehensive legal services across nearly every industry and sector.

Core Services & Expertise

Fasken delivers results-driven strategies across a broad spectrum of practice areas including capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and dispute resolution, banking and finance, competition law, intellectual property, tax law, labour and employment, real estate, and environmental law. The firm has earned particular recognition as the Global Mining Law Firm of the Year 16 times—more than any other law firm worldwide.

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Practice

Fasken has established a specialized Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Taskforce to serve clients in the rapidly evolving digital asset ecosystem. The firm provides cutting-edge legal advice on initial coin offerings (ICOs), token sales, smart contracts, securities law compliance for digital assets, and integration of blockchain technology into business operations. Fasken is a founding member of the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC) and an initial member of R3's Legal Center of Excellence.

Technology, Media & Telecommunications

The firm's TMT practice encompasses artificial intelligence, 5G networks, climate tech, emerging technology and venture capital, communications, entertainment and media, fintech, video games, and information technology law. Fasken provides strategic guidance to startups, scale-ups, and established organizations across the technology sector.

Key Strengths

Fasken's competitive advantages include deep industry expertise across mining, energy, financial services, technology, life sciences, and real estate; a truly international platform with offices in major commercial centers; thought leadership through publications like their comprehensive book on private M&A in Canada; and consistently top-ranked performance in Canadian league tables for M&A and capital markets transactions. The firm emphasizes responsible business practices, equity and diversity, reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, and pro bono service.

Notable Achievements

In 2025, Fasken advised on more M&A and capital markets deals than any other Canadian law firm, earning top rankings from LSEG Data & Analytics, Mergermarket, and Bloomberg. Recent representative transactions include advising Lundin Mining on its C$4 billion joint acquisition and advising First Quantum Minerals on a US$1 billion senior notes offering.

Why Choose Fasken

Clients choose Fasken for practical, innovative legal solutions delivered by experienced professionals who understand complex business challenges. The firm's collaborative approach, global reach, sector-specific knowledge, and commitment to excellence position it as a trusted advisor for organizations navigating sophisticated legal matters across borders and industries.