Fasken

Fasken was recognized as a key legal counsel in Lexpert’s Top 10 Business Decisions of 2024/2025 for Sanis Health Inc. v. British Columbia, 2024 SCC 40. Thank you to our clients trusting us with your most significant matters. Read our full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eVb4sNKQ

Fasken partners Jonathan Wansbrough, Michael Shortt, and Nicole Park have been named Lexpert Rising Stars for 2025. This distinction celebrates their contributions to their Firm, the legal profession and the broader community. Congratulations Jonathan, Michael, and Nicole! Read our announcement here: https://lnkd.in/ezhdd_kD

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Legal Futures: AI, Skills, and Success, hosted in partnership with the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers! Together, we dove into how artificial intelligence is transforming workflows, the critical skills lawyers need to stay competitive, and practical strategies for AI literacy and building future-ready careers. Special thanks to our outstanding speakers Dolapo Fadare, Jake Okechukwu Effoduh, Andrew Alleyne and panel moderator Keihgan Blackmore. Your voices and insights are helping redefine what success looks like in a digital-first legal world. #FaskenEvents #LegalFutures #AIinLaw #ProfessionalDevelopment

Multiple Fasken lawyers across Canada and the United Kingdom were recognized in the 2025 edition of the IFLR1000 Financial and Corporate Guide. The annual publication highlights the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms. The Firm was also ranked across various practice areas in Canada, earning Tier 1 nationwide status in Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions. Congratulations to everyone recognized! Read our announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eSFknDjB

The 2025 edition of Lexology Index: Canada features Fasken lawyers from across 30 practice areas, including 27 recognized as “Thought Leaders.” The guide reflects the market-leading reputation our team has in Canada, excelling across practice areas and showcasing the breadth of knowledge offered to our clients. Read our announcement here: https://lnkd.in/edSvpHyg

We’re proud to share that we’ve achieved Mansfield Certification Plus for 2024–2025 through our partnership with Diversity Lab. We’re also pleased to confirm our renewed commitment to the 2025-2026 certification cycle, joining over 275 peer firms that are also committed to this important work. As a Firm, we remain committed to our values of equal opportunity and transparency. By applying Mansfield’s data-driven approach to our advancement practices, we ensure that all lawyers have equal access to opportunities for leadership, growth, and visibility. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s Certification possible!

Fasken has been recognized in the 2026 edition of ITR World Tax for our work in Canada and South Africa. Additionally, many of our lawyers were ranked in multiple categories, including: Notable Practitioners, Highly Regarded, and Women in Tax Leaders. The publication is produced in association with International Tax Review and profiles the most effective tax practitioners in the world. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/emyWefVu

Following the cocktail reception, we joined the world’s largest gathering of Black tech professionals and allies at the #BFUTR Summit along with Fasken’s Andrew Alleyne. Thousands of innovators came together for two transformative days of learning, networking, and celebration. Andrew joined the mainstage to share insights shaping tech and business. Thank you to everyone who made this event a true celebration of Black excellence and innovation. #BFUTR2025 #FaskenLaw #TechMeetsLaw #BlackInnovation #LeadershipInAction

The Best Lawyers in South AfricaTM 2026 has recognised 34 Fasken lawyers across 20 practice areas and named Ludwig Frahm-Arp ‘Lawyer of the Year’ in Employee Benefits Law. This recognition highlights our position as a leading law firm in South Africa, showcasing our expertise across diverse practice areas and our commitment to delivering outstanding legal solutions to our clients. Read our announcement here: https://lnkd.in/enxFdyqZ

Last week, Fasken was proud to host its annual #BFUTR VIP Cocktail Reception, where leaders from tech, finance, and law came together to kick off North America’s largest gathering of Black tech professionals.   The evening was filled with vibrant conversations, signature cocktails, and a shared sense of purpose that set the tone for the summit the next day. Thank you to our speakers Andrew Alleyne, Victoria Clarke, CDME, Daphne McRae, MBA, CSM, SSGB, Damion Wright, Martin Reid, Doug Konaré, Rachel Lai, Lekan Olawoye, and to all our guests for making it a night to remember!   Swipe through to see highlights from the reception. #BFUTR2025 #FaskenEvents #TechMeetsLaw #BlackInnovation #CommunityDriven Obsidi®