Kurt Sarno

Kurt Sarno is a Partner at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), a prominent law firm in Canada.1 He specializes in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and joint ventures, providing legal services to leading businesses worldwide.1

Expertise and Specializations

Kurt's areas of focus include:

• Advising on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions
• Counseling private equity investors and sponsors on buy-outs, investments, and exits
• Assisting businesses with complex joint ventures and strategic corporate matters1

He is the co-leader of Blakes' Private Equity group and a co-author of the firm's Canadian Private Equity Deal Study.1

Professional Background

Before joining Blakes as a Partner, Kurt practiced at a prestigious law firm in New York, where he concentrated on mergers and acquisitions and private equity.1 His experience spans various industries, including:

• Private Equity
• Media
• Healthcare
• Technology
• Industrials
• Food, Beverage & Agribusiness
• Infrastructure1

Notable Clients and Transactions

Kurt has advised numerous high-profile clients on significant transactions, such as:

• Apollo Global Management on various acquisitions and investments
• The Kraft Heinz Company on international post-merger integration
• Holcim in connection with its merger with Lafarge
• Paramount Global on the sale of Simon & Schuster1

Recognition

Kurt Sarno is recognized as a leading lawyer in several publications:

• The Best Lawyers in Canada (2019-2025) for Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
• Chambers Canada: Canada's Leading Lawyers for Business (2023-2025) for Private Equity: Buyouts
• The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory (2020-2024) for Corporate Mid-Market and Private Equity1

His LinkedIn profile indicates that he is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and has over 500 connections in the professional network.2