Companies require pragmatic and experienced legal advice founded upon a solid understanding of corporate objectives and knowledge of the law. Andrew is passionate about delivering efficient solutions for his clients who rely on his diverse background in both law and business. Whether it’s advising on investment structures or how to mitigate securities risks, Andrew’s expertise helps BC businesses achieve success.

Leveraging his background in corporate law and taxation, including work in the technology, biomedical, apparel and resource sectors, Andrew provides strategic corporate finance guidance to help clients execute on their commercial goals.

Work Highlights

Listing of public companies

  • Listings of Canadian and U.S. companies on various stock exchanges

Start-up organization and financing

  • Includes numerous companies in technology, natural resource, apparel, and biomedical sectors

High-end retail manufacturer

  • Initial financing of a high-end retail manufacturer including public listing and subsequent acquisition
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As a former business owner, Andrew recognizes the effort that goes into growing a business and the challenges that come with raising capital. His entrepreneurial spirit and experience help him provide practical solutions to complement client ambitions. Andrew is committed to minimizing risk and providing value for clients, while ensuring ongoing and efficient regulatory compliance.

Services
Mergers & acquisitions Director liability protection
Securities offerings Seed financings
Securities regulation Listing and trading on the TSX, TSX-V, CSE, OTCQB, OTCQX and NYSE
Corporate governance Takeovers and reverse takeovers
Initial public offerings Commercial transactions
Corporate law Public company regulatory compliance
Joint ventures Creative corporate restructurings
Stock exchange practice Proxy contests, shareholder requisitions and director disputes
Cross-border transactions

Andrew advises on all legal issues regarding corporate securities transactions, statutes, policies and regulatory compliance. His detail-oriented approach assists clients in accessing highly competitive and regulated securities markets in Canada and the United States.

 

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Listing of public companies
  • Listings of Canadian and U.S. companies on various stock exchanges
Start-up organization and financing
  • Includes numerous companies in technology, natural resource, apparel, and biomedical sectors
High-end retail manufacturer
  • Initial financing of a high-end retail manufacturer including public listing and subsequent acquisition
Biotech company
  • Initial financing of a biotech company including public listing and subsequent acquisition
Awards & Distinctions
  • Silver Medal, University of Alberta, 1997
Community Commitments
  • Vice President and Director, West Vancouver Otters Swim Club Society
  • Former Board Member, Collingwood School
Education & Call to Bar
  • Call to Bar: British Columbia, 1999
  • Master of Laws, University of Cambridge, 1999
  • Bachelor of Laws (With Distinction), University of Alberta, 1997
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of British Columbia, 1994