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Firm

We are an innovative and forward-thinking business and litigation law firm, founded in Canada in 1863. Our team of over 800 lawyers provide expertise in every sector, including complex and high-profile matters across more than 130 practices and industry specialties. With regional representation in 10 offices in Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa and China, we provide a global reach across four continents.

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Overview

Founded in the mid-19th century, Fasken merged leading firms in 2000 to form what is now one of the largest firms in Canada with an international reach.

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Firm Leadership

Our Leadership Team and Partnership Board members drive our Firm’s shared goal of providing exceptional legal services that exceed client expectations. 

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Mission, Vision & Values

We work collaboratively with purpose to positively impact our business, our workplace culture and our communities.

Our Mission, Vision & Values
Diversity & Inclusion

Fasken’s commitment is reflected in our hiring, promotion, administrative and operational practices.

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Community Involvement

We are genuinely committed to improving our communities, investing our time, expertise and philanthropy to facilitate those improvements throughout the year.

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Pro Bono

Each office provides pro bono services to charities and community organizations. We also work with NGOs to facilitate delivery of various legal services to clients in need.

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Memberships & Affiliations

Fasken is proud to be affiliated with respected organizations worldwide. These relationships enhance our ability to provide first-class client service.

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Rankings & Awards

M&A League Table 2021 News Releases | Rankings & Recognitions Fasken Maintains Top Spot on All Major M&A League Tables for 2021 Leading Canadian law firm Fasken continues its stellar performance as an M&A and capital markets advisor Read more
Mining Rankings & Recognitions | News Releases Fasken Named Global Mining Law Firm of the Year by Who’s Who Legal for 13th Time and Michael Bourassa Received the Mining Lawyer of the Year Award For the thirteenth time, Fasken has been recognized as the world’s top Global Mining Law Firm of the Year at the Who’s Who Legal 2021 Awards. Read more
Seventeen Fasken Lawyers Recognized in the 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers in South Africa The 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in South Africa has recognized 17 Fasken lawyers in 10 practice areas. Two lawyers have also been named “Lawyer of the Year.” Read more
MediaCoverage-1 Media Coverage International Employment Lawyer quotes Chris Semerjian in an article on the growing trend of employee resignations “Great Resignation trend raises risk of trade secret thefts” by John van der Luit-Drummond, International Employment Lawyer Read more
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