WCGCA Advisory Board
2026
SVEN o. MILELLI
Partner
McCarthy Tétrault
Sven O. Milelli is a partner in McCarthy Tétrault's Business Law Group in Vancouver and a member of the firm's National Power Group. He advises Canadian, U.S., and international public and private companies, investors, and financial institutions on a broad range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, joint ventures, venture capital and private equity investments, project development, and corporate governance.
Over the course of his career, Sven has represented clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions across a wide range of industries, including technology, renewable energy, financial services, life sciences, forestry, transportation, communications, and consumer products. He regularly advises acquirers and targets on strategic M&A transactions, issuers and underwriters on public and private financings, and investors on growth-stage and private equity investments.
Prior to joining McCarthy Tétrault, Sven was a senior associate with Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York, one of the world's leading international law firms. His experience in both Canada and the United States provides clients with a practical cross-border perspective and a deep understanding of the business and legal considerations affecting organizations operating in global markets.
Known for his strategic advice, collaborative approach, and strong business judgment, Sven is a trusted advisor to clients navigating transformative transactions and significant growth opportunities.