Tara Amiri

At the heart of Vancouver's bustling legal scene, Tara Amiri-Khaledi emerges as a dynamic force within Gowling WLG, where she plays a pivotal role as a partner. Her expertise shines in corporate finance, securities, and the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions, not to mention her proficiency in mining law. Her recognition as a "Rising Star" by Lexpert underscores her burgeoning influence in these fields.

Tara's legal acumen extends to guiding clients through the complexities of business transactions that span mergers, acquisitions, and both public and private financings. Her counsel doesn't stop there; she navigates issuers through the maze of corporate governance, ensuring they meet continuous disclosure obligations and adhere to the myriad of compliance matters that Canadian corporate and securities law demands.

Her background as in-house legal counsel for a comprehensive financial services firm has equipped her with a keen understanding of the importance of custom, actionable legal advice. Tara prides herself on diving deep into her clients' business models, ensuring her guidance not only meets legal requirements but aligns perfectly with each client's business strategies and goals.

Before her tenure at Gowling WLG, Tara honed her skills within the legal department of a financial services company and sharpened her legal prowess at another international law firm. Her journey through the legal landscape is marked by a commitment to providing grounded, practical advice.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Tara contributes her time and insights as a board member for Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, showcasing her dedication to community and mentorship.

Tara's legal expertise spans a broad spectrum, including sectors such as mining, financial institutions and services, life sciences, technology, cannabis, capital markets, corporate commercial law, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, FinTech, and the evolving realms of blockchain and smart contracts.

Her academic foundation is as impressive as her professional journey. Tara embarked on her legal education at the University of Windsor, where she earned her JD in 2010. The year prior, she acquired a Diploma in International Law from the University of Jean Moulin Lyon III, and in 2005, she laid her academic groundwork with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia.

Tara's legal career is distinguished by her admission to the bar in British Columbia in 2011, followed by her Ontario call in 2023. Each step of her journey reflects a deep commitment to legal excellence, innovation, and the nurturing of her clients' business aspirations.