Christopher Baxter

Chris Baxter, serving as an associate within the Tax Group at Goodmans, specializes in a comprehensive range of tax-related matters that are integral to corporate and commercial transactions. His expertise covers income and commodity taxation, focusing on domestic and international mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, public offerings, financings, debt restructurings, and real estate transactions. Additionally, Chris is adept at devising and executing tax-efficient corporate reorganizations for a variety of private company clientele.

His proficiency extends to cross-border and international tax issues, making him a key asset in transactions that span multiple jurisdictions. Chris's significant contributions include advising Atlantic Power on its US$961 million acquisition by I Squared Capital, assisting Berkshire Partners LLC in the US$1 billion purchase of VetStrategy, guiding Onex Corporation through its CDN$5 billion acquisition of WestJet Airlines Ltd., and supporting Newmont Mining Corporation in its US$10 billion takeover of Goldcorp Inc.

Chris's academic credentials are equally impressive, with a J.D. from Dalhousie University earned in 2017 and a B.Sc. from St. Francis Xavier University obtained in 2011. His professional journey is marked by his admission to the Law Society of Ontario in 2018, signifying his commitment to the legal profession and his capacity to navigate the complex landscape of tax law.

For those seeking expertise in tax-related aspects of corporate and commercial transactions, especially those involving intricate cross-border elements, Chris Baxter offers a depth of knowledge and a track record of success that stands out in the legal field.