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Mark J. Lively

Mark is an experienced mergers and acquisitions lawyer with a strong track record of successfully advising American and international clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions.

Mark routinely acts for clients in strategic acquisitions and divestitures and private equity firms, and their portfolio companies, in investments, add-ons, exits, and divestitures. In addition to Mark's mergers and acquisitions practice, he provides practical strategic, corporate governance advice. Mark also advises clients on corporate restructurings and equity and debt financings, including venture capital, private placements, and convertible debt financings.

Mark takes pride in serving clients across a diverse range of industries, encompassing software and information technology, biotechnology, consumer products, financial services, and construction. His multifaceted industry exposure equips him with a deep understanding of sector-specific challenges and opportunities, enabling him to provide tailored legal solutions that align with each client's unique needs and industry dynamics.

Prior to joining the firm, Mark spent time as a corporate mergers and acquisitions associate at a large national law firm in Vancouver, where he represented private companies and private equity firms in acquisitions, divestitures, equity and convertible debt financings, and general corporate matters. 

  • Recognized by The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ for Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisition Law, 2025
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