The Canadian tax department at Baker McKenzie is separated into five specialties: tax planning & transactions, tax controversy, transfer pricing, indirect
tax and global wealth management.
The group represents
a large number of multinationals, both public and private.
Over the research period,
Baker McKenzie advised longtime client Embracer/
Aspyr
on the acquisition of
a video game studio
Beamdog.
The acquisition marks the fifth transaction that the firm
has advised the client on,
with more Canadian
dealings expected in the future.
The acquisition involved complex tax structuring
including
an exchangeable share structure for vending shareholders.
If financial targets are met,
the acquisition is expected to be valued at over $50 million.
In March of 2023, the firm welcomed Andrew Boyd as partner. Andrew joins the Baker team from Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt.
