Catherine Pawluch

Catherine Pawluch shines as a leading figure in the Toronto office of her firm, where she co-leads the Transportation group and plays a vital role in the Anti-trust and Competition group. Her expertise spans a broad spectrum of supply chain and distribution law matters, focusing on trade compliance, as well as import and export controls. Catherine's impressive portfolio includes representation of international transport entities, third-party logistics companies, and a host of Fortune 500 manufacturers and retailers.

Her practice extends into regulatory law, emphasizing competition and foreign investment, where she deals with the intricacies of Canada’s Investment Canada Act, particularly its national security provisions. Catherine's prowess in navigating pre-merger approvals and counselling foreign corporations is well-recognized across various industries, from mining and energy to consumer products.

With a record of securing clearances under the Competition Act and Investment Canada Act for numerous mergers, Catherine also assists foreign entities embroiled in multinational conspiracy and bid-rigging investigations, guiding them through immunity processes and interactions with Canadian regulatory bodies.

Renowned for her insights, Catherine has been a prominent speaker on the international stage, including presenting at the Third Chinese Enterprises Outbound Investment Conference in Beijing and briefing Chinese state-owned enterprises on Canada’s foreign investment regulations. Her contributions extend to NAFTA implementations, where she was selected to harmonize liability laws and standardize bills of lading across NAFTA countries.

An accomplished author on foreign ownership restrictions and an active participant in legal associations, Catherine's contributions to the legal field are vast and varied. Her involvement with the Canadian and American Bar Associations, along with the International Bar Association, underscores her commitment to legal excellence.

Catherine's education background is as distinguished as her career, with degrees from Osgoode Hall Law School, McGill University, and Laurentian University, where she was recognized as a Gold Medallist. Her accolades, including being named Lawyer of the Year in Transportation by Best Lawyers Canada for 2024, and her consistent recognition in Best Lawyers in Canada, testify to her expertise and leadership in her field.

Through her extensive experience, contributions to legal publications, and participation in key seminars, Catherine Pawluch has established herself as a formidable force in the realms of aviation, transportation, and regulatory law, making her an invaluable asset to clients navigating the complexities of these areas.