Description of field of expertise

Primarily based at Fasken’s Montréal (Québec) office, Kadiatou is a key player in the Firm’s Corporate, Commercial and Merger and Acquisitions practices. She represents large and small private sector clients in a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including corporate structuring and restructuring, commercial agreements, as well as domestic and cross-border acquisitions and divestitures. Kadiatou is also known for her work in private equity and venture capital related transactions, representing institutional and private investors, and companies. She is also a trusted partner to international clients setting up projects in Canada through acquisitions or organic implementation. 

Kadiatou is recognized in Best Lawyers in CanadaTM for her work in Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for Corporate and Commercial Law. In 2023 she was named a Lexpert Rising Star (40 and under), which celebrates emerging leaders in the legal profession. She was also named Lawyer of the Year in Corporate Law in 2017 by the Young Bar Association of Montréal. Kadiatou is a member of Fasken’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee and a key contributor to the Firm’s support of events and organizations focused on empowering black leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs, and those contributing to a more diverse and inclusive business ecosystem.

 

What advice would you offer to new attorneys interested in your field?

Embrace the learning curve in the beginning of your career with passion and enthusiasm. Focus on developing your skills. Every file and transaction contributes to your journey in affirming your choice for the practice of law and shaping your career path. Recognize and stay close with allies that will share knowledge and guidance on both challenges and opportunities. Finally, cultivate your network as early as possible. Keep in touch with them, grow with them, and be generous to them.