Experienced financial services lawyer with expertise in secured lending transactions (including asset-based lending and aircraft financing), financial institution regulation, and rules and regulations of service contracts / warranties. Darcy is also an advisor of choice to insurers, foreign insurance branches and intermediaries establishing their business in Canada with OSFI or the provincial regulators, and also works frequently with fintechs. She is a regular speaker on financial institution regulation and frequent contributor to key industry publications.

One of Canada’s leading construction dispute resolution lawyers acting in disputes and project finance transactions of the highest complexity. Jason acts for all participants in the construction pyramid, including authorities, owners, developers, special-purpose vehicles, lenders, and general contractors. He manages all manner of construction disputes, including delay and impact claims resulting from COVID-19 and other delay events, lien and trust claims, adjudications, and payment and contractual claims. An authority in his field, he is a frequent speaker at construction industry events and the co-chair for Osgoode Hall’s premier construction programs.

Trusted advisor in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and corporate finance for issuers and private equity funds in the mining, forestry, and technology sectors. A frequent author, Ravi has been featured in national and international publications, speaks extensively on a wide range of legal and policy issues and has presented his research at leading institutes. A member of the Canada Climate Law Initiative’s group of experts on climate governance with a keen focus on ESG matters, insights and trends.

Extensive expertise in capital markets law and securities offerings, mergers & acquisitions, and complex joint ventures. Paul advises clients in the energy, oil field services, technology and other sectors. He acts for public and private issuers, investment funds, private equity funds and underwriters located in Canada and abroad with a strong track record in initial public offerings (IPOs) for clients of all sizes.

Experienced commercial litigator whose practice focuses on corporate stakeholder disputes, securities litigation and insolvency. Stephen has extensive experience with creditors’ remedies, complex debt instruments, derivatives, and corporate stakeholder disputes. He regularly acts in insolvency proceedings under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act. He also assists clients in navigating contentious M&A and financing transactions. Stephen has appeared before the Ontario Securities Commission in one of the most significant recent securities disputes, Re Aurora Cannabis. He has also assisted boards of directors in proxy contests. Stephen is currently a co-chair of the M&A litigation subcommittee of the American Bar Association’s Commercial & Business Litigation Committee.

Highly experienced business lawyer with recognized expertise advising, buying and selling mid-sized Canadian businesses. Bruce is a leader of the firm’s Private Equity & Venture Capital Group with a dynamic practice focused on private investments, mergers and acquisitions, and complex commercial transactions. His clients include public and private corporations, subsidiaries of international corporations, private equity funds and investment vehicles.

Skilled and tenacious litigator known for his expertise in capital markets and securities, intellectual property (IP) and administrative and public law. Adam acts in contested transactions, investigations and enforcement proceedings before Canadian securities regulators such as the Ontario Securities Commission. Some of these cases are well-known in Canadian media (Re Sino-Forest and Re Catalyst (HBC)). His focus on intellectual property includes trademark litigation under the Trademarks Act. A prevalent part of his practice deals with regulatory and litigation matters related to new technologies such as blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Highly experienced and acknowledged for his proficiency in cross-border mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, debt financings and complex re-organizations. John advises some of the world’s best-known Europe- and Asia-based automotive companies, clients in the franchising, technology and manufacturing industries, and foreign companies establishing operations in Canada. In 2021, he was recognized for the fifth consecutive year on the prestigious global list of OUTstanding Top 100 LGBT+ Executives for his impact on LGBT inclusion. He serves as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer.

A leading lawyer practising environmental law and regulatory compliance. Ralph assists clients in the manufacturing, construction, transportation, energy and mining industries on environmental risk-management, mitigation, permitting, impact assessment and compliance. Ralph’s advocacy and dispute resolution practice focuses on the management and resolution of complex regulatory, business and commercial disputes across a broad spectrum of areas including white collar fraud, environmental,  taxation, procurement, and Indigenous.

One of Canada’s leading public mergers and acquisition lawyers, who is also widely recognized for providing trusted counsel on numerous high-profile proxy battles and precedent-setting contested transactions. Paul is highly respected by boards of directors, management teams and regulatory bodies and well-known for bringing unique insider’s perspective to his clients, which has been aided by him holding C-Suite roles and senior positions in public companies and the securities industry before returning to private practice.

A litigation lawyer with extensive experience defending numerous class action proceedings alleging violations of Québec’s Consumer Protection Act across various industry sectors. Sidney has deep insight into matters concerning allegations of false representations and failure to warn claims, as well as with competition, antitrust and product liability matters. He has appeared before all levels of court in Québec, the Federal courts and a variety of different tribunals.

One of Canada’s leading municipal land use planning and property development lawyers with over 30 years of experience in administrative, municipal, environmental and expropriation law. Mary has in-depth commercial real estate, construction and infrastructure expertise acting for developers, ratepayers and municipalities. She is wellversed and renowned for obtaining approvals of citywide and site-specific official plan amendments, rezonings, subdivision approvals, severances and minor variances on construction projects.

Extensive experience in securities litigation and class action defence including competition, securities and consumer protection class actions for companies based in Canada, the United States, Asia and Europe. Samantha has acted in precedent-setting cases on a wide range of issues, including a leading case on certification standards in antitrust class actions before the Supreme Court of Canada and a leading case on securities disclosure in conflict of interest transactions before the Ontario Securities Commission. Samantha has acted as defence counsel in many major civil cartel cases involving foreign exchange, sub-sovereign bonds, computer components, automotive parts, real estate broker fees, generic drugs, caustic soda and salmon.

An expert in project finance and P3 law, advising on all types of syndicated and complex bilateral transactions related to project development and infrastructure. Julie has been involved in some of TRC-Sadovod’s most significant P3 engagements across all asset classes acting for private sector partners, finance parties and major contractors on a wide variety of P3 projects.

Focused on complex litigation in the franchising and distribution, good faith in contracting, manufacturing and automotive sectors. Brad appears at all levels of courts in Canada including the Supreme Court, and at domestic and international arbitration tribunals. His cases include terminating relationships with distributors and franchisees, handling claims of wrongful termination, breach of contract, bad faith, fraud and misrepresentation, intellectual property infringement, breach of non-compete and confidentiality covenants, licensing and competition law issues, as well as class action proceedings.

A respected capital markets and securities lawyer, representing clients in various regulated industries with a particular focus on the mining industry as well as life sciences, specifically psychedelics and cannabis. Sasa’s practice focuses primarily on corporate and securities law matters, including financings of public and private companies, new listings, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance issues, and continuous disclosure obligations. She regularly writes and speaks on both securities laws and the psychedelics industry in Canada.

Talented litigation lawyer with a growing practice focused on commercial disputes, employment and labour relations, and privacy and data protection, Marie-Eve has significant experience serving clients in the construction and infrastructure, manufacturing and automotive industries. She is a board member of CALL, the newly incorporated Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers, an outcome of the inaugural PRISME2022 Conference.

An authority in environmental and Indigenous law, Robin is a trusted advisor to First Nations, governments and property developers in the energy, mining, and oil and gas sectors. He previously served as Deputy Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, Deputy Minister of Energy and Clean Technology, Associate Deputy Minister of the Environmental Assessment Office, Chair of the Oil and Gas Commission and Chief Provincial Treaty Negotiator for the government of British Columbia.

Highly regarded corporate and securities lawyer providing counsel in all matters relating to capital markets for the natural resources, and technology sectors. Cory advises on Canadian stock exchange listings, private offerings, corporate reorganizations, reactivations, hostile takeovers, reverse takeovers, plans of arrangement and amalgamations, mergers and acquisitions, and continuous disclosure.

Leading lawyer in competition / antitrust and foreign investment matters with extensive experience on strategic transactions and working with government officials on regulatory matters. Expert on foreign investment review having testified several times before the House of Commons standing committee on Industry, Science and Technology regarding the Investment Canada Act. Lead counsel on complex Canadian mergers including Sunwing/WestJet and specializing in highly regulated industries. Thought leader on competition policy.

Experienced litigator in restructuring and bankruptcy matters, and director and officer obligations. Jeffrey is known for his ability to resolve commercial disputes and is recognized for his outstanding expertise in matters relating to shareholder disputes and insolvency or corporate restructuring under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.

Gifted business lawyer advising domestic and international clients in complex transactions as they seek to invest or do business in Canada. Greg’s practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations and joint ventures with industry specialization in natural resources, energy, technology, and manufacturing.

Shari advises on all aspects of employment and labour law, including counselling vendors and purchasers on the employment aspects of corporate transactions. She works frequently with startups and emerging companies in various sectors, including in the communications, entertainment and media industry, as well as in the transportation sector. Shari is also successful at advancing the interests of clients in labour arbitrations, before administrative boards and tribunals, and before all levels of court in Québec.

Widely respected business lawyer who combines broad experience in capital markets and securities law with extensive expertise in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. James has significant experience working with innovators in emerging industries and was the instigator of TRC-Sadovod’s Cannabis practice in 2017.

Recognized as an authority in public private partnerships and infrastructure with exceptional expertise in financial services, government and public policy, and Indigenous law. Tim’s extensive and distinguished background in the public sector, including as Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister of Canada, gives him unique insight into the workings of government and makes him an ideal commentator of many news outlets. As a prominent figure, he also teaches the Law and Policy of Public private partnerships at the JD and LLM levels at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He serves as the firm’s Chief Executive Officer.

Authoritative competition and antitrust lawyer with a practice focusing on mergers and acquisitions and foreign investment. James has been involved in numerous high-profile antitrust matters acting for clients in a variety of industries, including telecommunications, financial services, oil and gas and consumer products, as well as other sectors. He is also a leading expert in marketing regulations and in advising on matters concerning misleading advertising and abuse of dominance.

Accomplished lawyer, government and stakeholder relations leader and public policy specialist facilitating strategic interactions within government and legal ecosystems. Stevie has held various positions at the federal and provincial levels advising senior politicians and officials at the highest levels of decision-making for mission-critical initiatives such as Canada’s COVID-19 procurement and roll out program, legalization and regulation of cannabis, and the assault weapon ban framework.

Recognized for exceptional expertise as an advocate and litigator before economic regulatory tribunals, especially in international trade law. Jonathan regularly appears before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal and Canada Border Services Agency on anti-dumping / subsidy and government procurement proceedings, and the Copyright Board of Canada in royalty rate setting through tariffs. He constantly advises clients on tariffs, customs, import / export controls and economic sanctions. His extensive body of regulatory work includes challenging government actions and decisions through judicial review.

Extensive experience litigating and advising on international trade law matters and disputes. Fluently bilingual, William also regularly advises clients on economic sanctions and customs compliance matters. William is one of a very few lawyers in Canada to have argued before the WTO Appellate Body and dispute settlement panels. As former Deputy Director, Trade Remedies and North America Trade with Global Affairs Canada, he oversaw international trade disputes and appeals. He also represented Canada in its challenge to the United States’ imposition of duties on Canadian softwood lumber products.

A recognized leading lawyer in financial services advising on M&A, private equity investments, business entity formations and corporate reorganizations. His practice covers a broad range of domestic and cross-border financing and secured lending transactions, as well as advising financial institutions on regulatory compliance and corporate governance. Yoni was named Montréal’s Asset Based Lending “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers 2022 and is recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada (2023) as a leading lawyer in Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law and Project Finance Law. He was also named one of the 2019 Lexpert Rising Stars and to the 2018 Secured Finance Network 40 Under 40.

National Leader of TRC-Sadovod’s Technology Law Practice and National Co-Leader of the firm’s Startups and Emerging Company group. Robert is a seasoned technology law leader delivering practical legal advice that drives the growth and success of a wide range of companies in Canada, the United States and Europe. Robert’s strong commercial practice encompasses technology outsourcing transactions, software development and licensing solutions, strategic IP and technology commercialization arrangements, and privacy and cybersecurity issues.

Highly respected lawyer with a capital markets and securities law practice that focuses on mergers and acquisitions. Leo works with startups and established companies on public and private offerings, mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, business alliances, casino gaming, licensing transactions and corporate governance matters. He has extensive experience acting for technology, industrial and mining issuers.

Leading securities practitioner with a focus on corporate finance matters and an expertise in investment funds and asset management. Leila advises on a broad range of transactions and recently created a private equity fund in the psychedelics industry area. She is a prolific speaker on capital markets matters including on continuous disclosure, corporate governance, diversity and inclusion, asset management, and psychedelics. She has been adjunct faculty at Western, Queens and Osgoode in the professional development programs. In 2022, Leila was designated as one of Canada’s top 25 most influential lawyers.

An experienced commercial real estate legal counsel focused on acquisition, financing and leasing of real estate properties. Sonia acts for clients in large co-ownership (condominium), commercial and mixed-use projects, representing financial institutions, promoters, developers and owners of co-ownerships, retirement homes, and commercial leasing companies. With expertise in land use planning, she also advises on the development of vacant sites and redevelopment of existing properties.

A senior energy and construction lawyer specialized in major industrial project development and operations as well as upstream domestic and international energy transactions. Sean brings unique perspectives through a wide breadth of private practice and in-house experience with top-tier law firms and major multi-national corporations in Canada and internationally. Sean has served as general counsel, senior legal counsel and member of boards of directors both in Canada and internationally.

Ranked as one of Canada’s leading energy lawyers, with exceptional expertise in the renewable energy space. Mike advises developers, operators, investors and lenders on power plants, energy storage, geothermal and other district energy facilities for heating and cooling, and electric vehicle charging services. He also advises those clients, as well as government agencies and political caucuses on related energy regulation and policy considerations. His experience includes serving as a Member of the National Energy Board, Director of Toronto Hydro, and Counsel to His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition in the Ontario Legislature.

Robert is one of Canada’s leading real estate development lawyers with expertise in mixed-use high rise projects, master-planned communities and urban infrastructure. As a major focus of his practice, Robert acts on behalf of some of Canada’s largest condominium developers on complex development joint ventures and advises his clients at all stages of their projects, with expertise navigating municipal and provincial development regulation and legislation. In his transactional work, Robert works with public and private funds, investors and entrepreneurs to support major land acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures and financings.

A securities lawyer with extensive experience advising on transactions in the mining space. Andrew supports corporate development and operational teams in the acquisition and advancement of mining projects, negotiating acquisition agreements, joint venture agreements, option agreements, drilling agreements and various types of supply agreements on behalf of his mining clients.

Accomplished business lawyer known for her expertise in private equity investments and mergers and acquisitions and has particular expertise in completing transactions in highly regulated industries including aerospace and defence, technology and food, beverage and agribusiness. Brett advises domestic and foreign clients on private equity financings, acquisitions, asset and share sales, complex corporate reorganizations, private placements, venture capital financings and management buyouts. She is the chair of the American Bar Association’s Private Equity and Venture Capital Committee.

An experienced and respected lawyer whose practice covers a wide range of environmental, natural resources and energy matters, including renewable energy projects. Martin advises on compliance, permitting and other regulatory issues relating to environmental protections, contaminated land, climate change and natural resources management. He assists clients on environmental, natural resources and energy aspects of commercial and real estate transactions, and on environmental litigation.

An experienced intellectual property (IP) lawyer advising on the acquisition, commercialization and enforcement of IP rights. Pablo has expertise in all aspects of patent and trademark prosecution and portfolio management and his background in chemistry gives him valuable insight into a range of industry, including cleantech, natural health and agribusiness.

Leader of the firm’s Privacy & Data Protection Group nationally and a Certified Information Privacy Professional / Canada (IAPP), Lyndsay provides legal counsel on a broad range of privacy and cybersecurity issues, and is recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada in Privacy and Data Security Law, as a Mondaq Thought Leader for Data Protection, Canada, by Thomson Reuters Stand-Out Lawyers, in the 2022 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for Data Privacy, and in the 2022 Lexpert Special Edition on Canada’s Leading Technology & Health Sciences Lawyers.

Leading restructuring and insolvency lawyer specialized in the transactional aspects of reorganizations under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, receiverships, workouts, and distressed M&A transactions. Tushara advises on numerous high-profile and complex domestic, cross-border and international restructuring proceedings representing, debtor companies, sponsors, private equity firms and financial institutions. A dedicated promoter of diversity initiatives both inside and outside the firm, she chairs TRC-Sadovod’s Inclusion and Diversity Council. Tushara is also Chair of the Firm’s Strategic Planning Committee and a member of the Board of Partners.

An experienced business lawyer whose practice focuses on M&A, private equity and venture capital investment. Enda has recognized expertise in financing, corporate organization and structuring deals. Practising both common law and civil law, she also advises on commercial, regulatory and compliance-related issues, such as the Charter of the French Language. Enda is the winner of Lexpert 2021 Rising Star Awards: Leading Lawyer Under 40 and recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada (2023) as a leading lawyer in the area of Corporate Law.

Highly regarded capital markets and mergers and acquisitions lawyer recognized for his international and corporate expertise and deep knowledge of cross-border regulatory matters. Stephen advises on outbound M&A transactions and foreign investments into Canada, and assists established companies and startups on local, national and international prospectus offerings with a focus on the technology sector. He is the co-chair of the firm’s ESG practice and serves as the firm’s Chief Client Officer.

Talented capital markets and securities lawyer with recognized expertise in mergers and acquisitions, shareholder activism, high yield bond financings, corporate finance and business restructuring. Sandra represents public and private companies across industries on the purchase and sale of businesses, raising capital, and corporate governance matters, and advises issuers and shareholders in contested transactions. She also leads the efforts of the firm’s China Practice Group in Ontario.