Global law firm Baker McKenzie recently announced that Emmanuel Sala has joined the firm as a Partner in Toronto, further expanding the firm’s Tax capabilities in Canada.
Emmanuel has a lot of experience advising Canadian and foreign companies on complex domestic and international tax matters with respect to mergers, tax reorganizations, financing transactions and acquisitions. And he also represents taxpayers at all stages of tax disputes with the Canadian tax authorities. Emmanuel has experience advising clients in multiple sectors and has notable experience in the energy, renewable energy, oil & gas and mining sectors. Emmanuel also advises domestic and foreign PE investment funds from creation through various multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Baker McKenzie’s Tax Practice is one of the most highly regarded in the world and as one of the largest tax practices globally, with practitioners in more than 40 countries, the practice collaborates across borders and specialties to stay abreast of changing tax landscapes worldwide. With over 50 years of experience in the Canadian market, the firm’s Toronto practitioners advise leading global and Canadian multinationals and financial institutions seeking advice on complex matters across multiple industries.
Emmanuel earned his master’s degree in Tax Law from Université de Sherbrooke in 2005 and a Certificate in Mining Law from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2013. Along with being a lawyer, Emmanuel is also a chartered professional accountant (CPA). He teaches at the Master of Laws (taxation) program jointly sponsored by HEC Montréal and the Faculty of Law of the University of Montreal.
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“We are thrilled to welcome Emmanuel to our practice in Canada. His breadth of experience advising companies on transactions and tax disputes, particularly in the energy, mining and renewables sector, will greatly benefit our clients navigating the increasingly complex tax regime in Canada.”
– Salim Rahim, Chair of the North America Tax Practice Group
“We look forward to adding Emmanuel to our growing office. Our clients comprise leading global and Canadian multinationals who turn to us for pragmatic tax advice in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Emmanuel brings the caliber of experience and deep tax knowledge needed to help our clients thrive and achieve business goals.”
– George Avraam, Managing Partner of Baker McKenzie’s Toronto office
“Emmanuel is an outstanding addition to Baker McKenzie with his expansive cross-sector experience and familiarity with ever-changing tax laws. He further expands our capabilities as the world’s premier global tax practice.”
– Melinda Phelan, member of Baker McKenzie’s Global Executive Committee
“I am excited to join Baker McKenzie’s esteemed Tax Practice. The firm’s collaborative approach across its global platform offers an exciting opportunity to provide clients with a network of top flight practitioners across the world. I look forward to working with my new colleagues to provide comprehensive client service as we continue to grow our offerings in Canada.”
– Emmanuel Sala
