A particular focus has been upon major onshore and offshore international pipeline projects and development approvals, as well as aspects of toll and tariff regulations. In addition to our work in the oil and gas industry, we represent both corporate and consumer clients in electric utilities applications, air carrier, bus, rail, trucking and other transportation undertakings, radio and television enterprises and other undertakings before federal and provincial tribunals . Our securities group is among the largest in Canada, with over 40 lawyers who devote a significant portion of their practice to securities matters. The securities group has the depth and expertise to advise on all matters faced by issuers, investors and investment dealers in complying with the web of complex securities laws and regulations which govern the raising of funds in the national and international capital markets. Work includes national and international public and private equity and debt financings, initial royal trusts and income funds, public offerings, corporate governance, directors' liability, prospectus preparation and clearance, stock exchange listings, private placements and disclosure obligations.
Small business is the backbone of the Canadian economy.
Historically, Bennett Jones has assisted clients of all sizes in attaining their respective business and personal goals. We provide the full range of legal services required by small businesses today, including incorporation, equity financing, taxation and business expansion through franchising, acquisitions and mergers. Bennett Jones LLP has one of the most comprehensive tax practices in Canada. The department is experienced in advisory and transactional work, as well as litigation in every area of federal and provincial tax law. Our technology group provides a focused industry sensitive approach to all legal issues relating to the development, protection, exploitation, use and enforcement of technology, with a strong focus in the information technology and telecommunications fields and in the health care, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology industries.