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Technology Acquisition & Sale

  • Overview
  • Who To Contact
  • Recent Developments

Overview

Regardless of industry, all enterprises rely on technology in some form or capacity to conduct business. Whether you are acquiring a tech-based company or need technological products or services, our lawyers expertly guide you through the transaction, no matter how complex or significant.

The Aird & Berlis team is highly experienced in the procurement of technology, including information systems, equipment, products and services for public and private sector clients across numerous industries such as health care, energy and natural resources.

Drawing on expertise from relevant areas across the firm, we offer comprehensive counsel and representation in the mergers and acquisitions of technology-based firms, including share sales and asset sales.

With strong technical knowledge, precision and expediency, we take a client-centred approach to:

  • procurement of information technology hardware, software, equipment and products
  • outsourcing of technical services and solutions
  • acquisition of tech companies and assets
  • development of various agreements, including shareholders, distribution, subscriptions, service, confidentiality and technology transfer
  • dispute resolution and litigation 

Who We Help

Our technology lawyers ensure that clients’ technology needs are met strategically and efficiently. We regularly advise, represent and collaborate with:

  • Co-operatives
  • Provincial and federal ministries
  • Energy providers and power authorities
  • Medical and health care organizations and providers
  • Technology companies

Contacts

Group Members

Recent Developments

  • Article

    Tech Lending: Types of Debt for SaaS Providers

    While SaaS providers can seek financing through either equity or debt, debt may be preferred to avoid equity dilution and loss of control associated with financing sources like venture capital funds.
  • Article

    Tech Lending: How to Register Security Interests in IP

    In addition to valuing IP, lenders must also understand the process for registering a security interest in IP. There are different systems for provincial, federal and U.S. registrations. Each presents...
  • Event

    Accessing Non-Dilutive Government and ITB Credit Financing Alternatives

    - 04:00 PM
    Non-dilutive capital is an important element to any company’s capitalization strategy. For early-stage ventures, it can be particularly important, especially in challenging markets where equity capita...
  • Article

    Tech Lending: Software as a Service

    With the rise of cloud-based computing, Software as a Service (SaaS) models have become leading players in the technology space.
  • Article

    Tech Lending: Due Diligence Issues

    Due diligence can be time-consuming and challenging to complete. However, it is crucial to understand the value and ownership of the borrower’s assets to ensure sufficient security in the collateral.
  • Event

    Discussion on the Metaverse Part 3: Employment and Labour Law

    - 04:00 PM
    Join Donald Johnston, Lorenzo Lisi and Sairam Sanathkumar as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of the workplace in the metaverse.
  • Publication

    Tech Lending: What Are IP Assets?

    Knowing how different kinds of IP work and how ownership interests are protected at law enables lenders to assess the value of a business’s intangible assets and overall viability.
  • Article

    Tech Lending: Why Are Tech Companies So Hard to Value?

    This article is the first in a series providing an overview of critical considerations for commercial lenders contemplating whether to finance a tech company and how such loans can be secured.

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