Stephen D. Burns

Partner at Bennett Jones LLP

Stephen D. Burns is a highly experienced lawyer whose practice focuses on energy, utility and infrastructure-related technology, procurement, and outsourcing. As the co-head of the ITB Practice Group at Bennett Jones LLP, Stephen has developed a leading reputation for handling technology transfers, intellectual property matters, mergers and acquisitions, as well as corporate and commercial legal issues involving technology.

Stephen D. Burns is known for his expertise in IT procurement, having led numerous large, multi-stage, and multi-vendor outsourcing transactions for major integrated energy companies and utilities. His versatility extends to serving clients in the health, financial markets, and banking sectors. He has also spearheaded the establishment of multi-vendor private IT marketplaces for prominent energy companies.

Clients regularly retain Stephen for complex IT procurement, RFP processes, and contract negotiation matters, including issues related to development, customization, co-location, and cloud services. His practice also covers information law, encompassing data governance, cybersecurity, seismic data, privacy, social media, document retention, and access to government information.

Stephen D. Burns’s distinguished legal career is frequently recognized by top legal directories, including Chambers Canada, Legal 500 Canada, The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, IAM Patent 1000, and Best Lawyers in Canada. His outstanding service and expertise make him a trusted advisor for corporations seeking guidance on technology-driven commercial solutions.

Year Called to Bar: 1998 (Alberta)
Phone: (403) 298-3050
Fax: (403) 265-7219
Email: [email protected]

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