Gowling WLG expands tax expertise in Toronto

Lesley Kim, Victoria Rodrigues, and John Campbell boost cross-border tax services

Gowling WLG expands tax expertise in Toronto
Lesley Kim and Victoria Rodrigues (L-R) will join Gowling WLG’s tax group.

Gowling WLG has expanded its Canadian tax team with the addition of three legal professionals: Lesley Kim, Victoria Rodrigues, and John Campbell.

The addition of these three professionals to the firm’s Toronto tax group will expertise in domestic and international tax matters, including corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, and tax dispute resolution, according to a news release.

“Our clients’ tax needs increasingly span both domestic and international landscapes, and it’s essential to have advisors who can seamlessly address challenges across different jurisdictions,” said Benjamin Na, managing partner of Gowling WLG’s Toronto office. “Lesley, Victoria, and John bring the added depth of experience required to guide these complex transactions and resolve disputes efficiently, ensuring our clients achieve their goals at home and abroad.”

Lesley Kim, who previously served as a partner with Gowling WLG, rejoins the firm with experience in cross-border tax transactions, particularly in outbound structuring and non-resident trusts. Kim has built a reputation advising across sectors on intricate reorganizations and financings.

Victoria Rodrigues joins the team focusing on strategic tax planning for corporate and high-net-worth clients. Her practice includes advising on corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, and the tax implications of foreign affiliations and non-resident trusts.

John Campbell, joining as counsel, brings experience in handling tax disputes across multiple venues, including the Tax Court of Canada and the Federal Court of Appeal. His expertise spans a range of domestic and cross-border tax issues.

Gowling WLG’s tax group provides strategic tax counsel across multiple sectors, from cross-border tax planning to corporate reorganizations and dispute resolution. With over 1,500 legal professionals worldwide, Gowling WLG provides comprehensive legal services by collaborating across countries and practice areas to serve global sectors.

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