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Turn shifting trade currents into forward motion
Chart a clear course through cross-border uncertainty with a team that works at the centre of global trade.
Today’s global economy is transforming faster than many businesses can react. Tariffs are rising, geopolitical alliances are realigning, all while Canada accelerates its push to diversify trade. Companies that read the signals early and move decisively are not just keeping pace; they are pulling ahead of competitors still trying to find their footing.
This is where we stand apart. Operating at the front lines of how trade rules are negotiated, shaped, and enforced, we understand both the impact and nuances of trade decisions before they fully land. With a proven ability to lead the most complex mandates, we turn trade volatility into steady, strategic advantage for our clients.
See the full picture. Master the details.
Our Canadian and multinational clients turn to us when financial exposure is significant, supply chains are under pressure, and cross-border regulation is in flux. Working closely with leading manufacturers, importers, exporters, industry associations, and various levels of government, we bring timely policy insight, sophisticated technical expertise, and strong dispute capability to protect our clients’ interests and keep their businesses moving.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Credibility where it counts: Our advice is backed by an accomplished record of high-stakes trade litigation before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, Federal Courts, and in international investment arbitrations. We pair that experience with active involvement in, and representation of, industry associations, the CITT Advisory Committee, and non-governmental think tanks.
Ready for complexity: We bring deep fluency in highly regulated sectors, including life sciences, automotive, energy, nuclear, aerospace and defence, and food and consumer products. Our work seeks to mitigate the impacts of global supply chain disruption by strategically addressing customs valuation, origin, classification, and related customs enforcement.
Influence, not just analysis: We integrate legal advice with government-facing advocacy, translating complex cross-border issues into credible positions that resonate with federal and provincial decision-makers. From trade policy engagement to strategies and advocacy for tariff relief, we turn our clients' priorities into positive outcomes.
Global reach, local delivery: With more than 20 offices across Canada, the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, our team provides coordinated global strategies with on-the-ground support in many of the key markets our clients operate in, ensuring their cross-border playbook is applied consistently and adapted to the realities of each jurisdiction.
“Trade isn’t just evolving. It’s being reshaped in real time by geopolitics, regulation, and supply chain pressure. We help clients stay ahead of those shifts and make decisions that hold up as the environment changes.”
— Wendy Wagner, Partner; Leader, Regulatory Practice Group
Connect every moving part
From trade remedies and customs compliance to import and export controls and sanctions, we deliver a complete, fully integrated suite of international trade and customs services tailored to your business:
Trade disputes and litigation
Contentious trade matters are a core strength of our practice. Whether before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the Federal Courts, or arbitral proceedings, we help you navigate trade remedies, customs disputes, and related constitutional and administrative challenges with a clear plan and disciplined execution.
Trade agreement optimization
Import / export compliance
Trade compliance programmes
