Shaira Nanji

Shaira, a standout Partner in the National Tax Group, operates from the Calgary office, where she masterfully blends her expertise in strategic domestic and cross-border tax guidance. Her involvement is crucial in a variety of transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, financings, and corporate reshufflings. Additionally, she excels in navigating the complexities of tax disputes, always aiming for an effective resolution.

Her admission to the bar in Ontario in 2013, followed by Alberta in 2016, marked the beginning of her distinguished legal journey. Shaira's academic credentials are impressive, with a combined JD/MBA from the University of Toronto and Rotman School of Management, and a Bachelor of Arts in English, with Honours, from the University of British Columbia.

Fluent in English, Shaira's communication skills are as proficient as her legal expertise. Her practice covers a wide array of services, including cross-border tax planning, tax advisory services, tax controversy, and litigation. Moreover, she is well-versed in tax considerations relating to mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate restructurings.

Shaira's industry knowledge is vast, spanning banking and financial services, energy, infrastructure, mining and natural resources, power and utilities, private equity, and technology. This diverse expertise allows her to craft tailored, tax-efficient solutions for her clients, addressing their unique challenges and advancing their business objectives.

Clients value Shaira for her practical, customized advice, and her ability to devise innovative solutions to complex tax issues. Her role as a trusted advisor is a testament to her dedication to excellence and her commitment to her clients' success.