Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) is pleased to welcome Lance Fraser as a Partner in our Tax group in Toronto. As a trusted advisor, Lance assists clients with strategic tax planning and the income tax aspects of corporate and commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations and corporate finance.
Lance brings significant experience in real estate, financial services and investment fund taxation, advising REITs, asset managers, wealth managers and private equity firms. Most recently, he was a partner in the tax law practice of a global professional services firm, building on earlier experience at a leading Canadian law firm.
“Lance’s sophisticated practice and strong commercial perspective make him a natural addition to our Tax group,” said Paul Stepak, National Practice Group Leader, Tax. “His arrival reinforces our ability to deliver value for clients on complex transactions.”
“Blakes is a market leader recognized for its comprehensive tax capabilities, and I’m excited to bring my experience to a team operating at the highest level,” said Lance.
Functioning as a unified group in all major markets across Canada, the Blakes Tax group provides exceptionally responsive, thoughtful and practical advice on all aspects of Canadian tax law and tax planning. The group is highly ranked across multiple publications, including Band 1 in the Chambers Canada and Chambers Global legal guides.
About Blakes
At Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), we serve a diverse national and international client base. Our integrated network of offices provides clients with access to the Firm’s full spectrum of capabilities in virtually every area of business law.
Thanks to our clients, Blakes continues to earn top rankings and accolades. The Firm consistently stands out as a market leader in the Chambers Canada Legal Guide, with 61 practice areas recognized in the 2027 edition. In addition, our lawyers continue to be recognized as leaders in their fields in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Canada’s leading guide to lawyers.
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