Kevin Fritz

Stationed in Toronto, Kevin Fritz leads the Canadian Tax group at his firm, specializing in the nuanced field of Canadian tax law. His expertise shines in designing strategies for business dealings, welcoming foreign investment into Canada, and sculpting investment solutions. Kevin lends his knowledge to clients navigating the complex terrain of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, financing operations, business reshaping, and investment funds, focusing on the tax implications within Canada. His advisory scope also extends to tax planning and compliance for both corporations and individuals.

Kevin's professional journey includes representing a diverse clientele from both domestic and international spheres. Notable milestones in his career include advising Trulieve Cannabis Corp. in a massive $350 million private placement of 8% secured notes, and orchestrating the strategic reverse takeover of Tilray, Inc. by Aphria Inc., highlighting his role in significant international corporate maneuvers. His involvement in Ascend Wellness Holdings' $92 million cross-border IPO and Trulieve Cannabis Corp.'s ambitious $2.1 billion bid to acquire Harvest Health & Recreation Inc. underscore his adeptness in guiding major transactions across borders.

Fluent in English, Kevin's academic achievements are as distinguished as his professional ones, holding an LL.M. from the University of Toronto (2004), an LL.B. from Dalhousie University (1996), and a B.A. from the University of New Brunswick (1993). His legal acumen has earned him recognition in prestigious legal directories such as Chambers Global and Chambers Canada for Tax Law, along with consistent listings in Best Lawyers in Canada from 2013 to 2024 and mentions in The Legal 500 Canada.

Kevin's commitment to the legal and academic communities is evident through his involvement with the University of New Brunswick’s Campaign Cabinet and his contributions as an adjunct professor of law, specializing in Corporate Transactions Law. His memberships span the Canadian Bar Association, Canadian Tax Foundation, Law Society of Ontario, and Ontario Bar Association, highlighting his active engagement in both the legal and educational spheres, aimed at fostering growth and sharing knowledge in the field of tax law.