Philippe Blais advises entrepreneurs of all sizes, from SMEs and mid-market firms to multinational corporations, on strategic transactions and guides them through every stage of their business development, from inception to sale. He is an associate in Fasken’s Corporate and Commercial Law group in Montréal, with a practice focused primarily on private mergers and acquisitions.
Executives, founders and in-house legal teams turn to him when considering the purchase or sale of a business, growth through acquisition or a corporate reorganization, and when negotiating significant commercial agreements. Clients also rely on him for guidance on governance matters and strategic decisions at key stages of the business life cycle.
His practice extends across Canada and includes both domestic and cross-border transactions. This experience enables him to assist organizations of all sizes and at different stages of their growth.
Companies in the manufacturing and technology sectors regularly consult him on their transactions and growth projects. He also works with organizations operating in several other sectors, as well as foundations and charitable organizations seeking legal counsel.
Start-ups, growth-stage companies and entrepreneurs value his pragmatic and accessible approach. As a former owner of a national distribution company, he understands the realities faced by founders and executives when making strategic decisions, seeking financing, preparing for an acquisition or considering a potential exit.
With a master’s degree in taxation, Philippe draws on that background when the business context requires it, while focusing his practice on corporate law, commercial transactions, and private mergers and acquisitions.