About Nader
Nader Hasan: Leading Corporate & M&A Lawyer in Toronto
Nader Hasan is a highly respected and experienced lawyer specializing in complex corporate and securities matters, serving as a lead member of our special situations team. With a proven track record of success in advising both public and private companies, Nader brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to every transaction. He’s consistently recognized as a leading legal counsel for clients navigating the most demanding M&A deals, securities regulations, and corporate governance challenges within a diverse range of industries.
Nader’s expertise centers around mergers and acquisitions (M&A), providing comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process – from initial strategy and due diligence to negotiation, structuring, and closing. He has extensive experience representing issuers, boards of directors, and management teams in some of the country's most significant and complex transactions, including numerous proxy battles and navigating intricate litigation and regulatory proceedings. Nader’s deep understanding of the legal landscape, combined with his client-focused approach, makes him a trusted advisor for those seeking strategic guidance and effective legal representation.
Specifically, Nader’s practice encompasses:
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): He expertly guides clients through all aspects of M&A transactions, including statutory plans of arrangement, reverse takeovers, and other business combination transactions. He represents both purchasers and vendors, ensuring optimal outcomes and meticulous attention to detail.
- Corporate Finance: Nader provides critical legal support for a wide array of financing transactions, encompassing public offerings, secondary offerings, and private placements. He works closely with issuers, underwriters, and investors to structure and execute transactions that align with their strategic goals.
- Corporate Governance & Securities Regulatory Advice: Nader offers expert guidance on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with securities regulations and mitigating legal risks for his clients.
- Proxy Battles & Litigation: He has a distinguished history of representing dissident shareholders and hostile bidders in complex proxy battles and litigation, leveraging his strategic acumen to achieve favorable resolutions.
Nader is frequently sought out by the external community for his insights and experience. This consistent demand stems from his ability to tackle highly complex situations and deliver exceptional results. He's a dedicated director for various not-for-profit organizations and regularly contributes to the legal community through guest speaker engagements at institutions including the Law Society of Ontario, MAX, York University, and Osgoode Hall. Furthermore, he serves as a practicum mentor for the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, fostering the next generation of legal professionals. Nader’s commitment to excellence is also reflected in his authored thought leadership pieces, which have been featured in prominent legal publications such as Lexpert, the Lawyer’s Daily, Law 360 Canada, and Canadian Lawyer Magazine.
Key Achievements & Recognition:
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA: Consistently recognized for excellence in Corporate Law and Mergers & Acquisitions Law.
- Ongoing Recognition: Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2025.
- Extensive Transactional Experience: Represents issuers, their boards of directors and management as well as dissident shareholders and hostile bidders in some of the most significant and complex transactions in the country.
- Strategic Litigation & Regulatory Expertise: Navigating proxy battles, litigation, and regulatory proceedings with strategic precision.
Education & Credentials:
- Practice Areas: Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Awards: Recognized: Corporate Law, Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Affiliations: Serves as a director for not-for-profit organizations, guest speaker for the Law Society of Ontario, MAX and various institutions, including York University and Osgoode Hall, practicum mentor for the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, and author of various thought leadership pieces.
- City: Toronto
- State: Ontario
- Country: Canada
Nader Hasan is dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel and exceptional service to clients across a diverse range of industries. His deep expertise and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes make him a valuable asset to any organization navigating the complexities of the corporate and securities landscape.
