Robert Nearing

Robert specializes in the intricate world of tax law, focusing on the tax implications of financing innovations, mergers and acquisitions, private equity dealings, and complex reorganizations. His expertise extends to sophisticated cross-border and intra-group restructuring transactions.

He offers strategic advice on crafting derivative instruments, navigating transfer pricing complexities, and resolving disputes with tax authorities, both domestically and internationally. Robert's proficiency in private equity transactions is notable, covering buy-outs, investments, co-investments, fund formations, debt restructurings, and secondary transactions across borders.

For businesses operating between the U.S. and Canada, Robert provides invaluable guidance on cross-border transactions and international tax optimization strategies, ensuring compliance while maximizing financial efficiency.

His insights into evolving tax regulations, such as Canada's EIFEL rules and green technology tax incentives, underscore his role as a thought leader in tax law. Robert's contributions to tax knowledge extend through speaking engagements at notable conferences and educational sessions on federal tax measures and outbound investment issues.

Affiliated with the Canadian Tax Foundation, the Canadian Bar Association's Tax Law Section, and the International Fiscal Association, Robert's professional engagements reflect his deep commitment to the tax law field.

Since being admitted to the bar in Alberta, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia, Robert's educational background in both law and business, with a joint LLB/MBA from the University of New Brunswick and a BSc from Saint Mary's University, has provided a solid foundation for his distinguished career in tax law.