-- Lara Merjane, an international M&A expert and legal mentor, has been awarded a 2025 Global Recognition Award for her work in cross-border mergers and acquisitions and professional mentorship. Her methods for managing multi-jurisdictional deals have improved success rates for international transactions. Her contributions to legal education have enhanced professional development across borders.
Through her management of transactions valued up to $2.8 billion across technology, manufacturing, retail and financial services sectors, Merjane developed efficient processes for complex international deals. Her approach addresses legal requirements across multiple jurisdictions while considering cultural factors. Her solutions for mitigating contractual risks have ensured high thresholds success rate in negotiations and deal finalization.
Advancing International Legal Practice
Merjane's work has enhanced deal execution between Canada, the United States, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, China and several other jurisdictions. She structured several U.S.-Canadian expansions, and managed a significant corporate transaction between Ontario and Costa Rica entities. "International transactions require solutions that balance legal compliance with business goals while respecting regional differences" Merjane notes.
Her approach integrates compliance requirements with practical business considerations across multiple sectors.
These practices have improved integration success rates while maintaining client retention.
Developing Legal Talent
The Brazil-Canada Bar Association (BCBA) mentorship program, established by Merjane, helps international lawyers enter the Canadian legal market. The program provides technical training and cultural adaptation support through structured learning paths and networking opportunities. "We focus on creating clear paths for qualified professionals to practice across borders," explains Merjane.
Program participants show an increased success rate in professional qualification examinations. The initiative connected over 50 mentees with legal professionals from the major firms, as well as the government and corporations. Several graduates secured positions at established firms during the 2024/2025 cohort of the program.
Recognition and Impact
Named "Most Admired International Law Professional" in Brazil for 2023 and “Most Admired Woman (Law Category) in 2025, Merjane has influenced how firms manage transactions and develop talent. Her methods combine technical and professional development aspects of international legal practice. This approach has improved outcomes for both individual practitioners and organizations.
"Lara Merjane's work advances international law practice through practical innovation," notes Alex Sterling of Global Recognition Awards. Her methods provide clear frameworks for managing complex transactions. Her contributions have established measurable standards for professional practice in international law.
About Global Recognition Awards
Global Recognition Awards is an international organization that recognizes exceptional companies and individuals who have significantly contributed to their industry.
Contact Info:
Name: Alexander Sterling
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Organization: Global Recognition Awards
Website: https://globalrecognitionawards.org
Release ID: 89157502
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