Banking & Finance
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 4
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+1 403 298 3649Chambers Review
Bennett Jones operates an established and respected banking group known for its strength in Calgary, as well as maintaining a robust offering in Toronto. Its expertise cuts across a range of sectors, but the firm is especially notable for its handling of financings in fields such as energy, infrastructure and natural resources. The team demonstrates wide-ranging expertise covering mandates such as project and acquisition finance, as well as credit facility amendments. The group is further recognised for its experience handling syndicated and asset financing work. The practice represents a varied client base comprising borrowers as well as hedge funds and other institutional investors. The group is also noted for its activity representing non-traditional lenders and credit providers.
Work Highlights
- Bennett Jones advised RBC Capital Markets on substantial amendments to Barrick Gold's USD3 billion syndicated revolving credit facility.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Bennett Jones has subject matter experts with strong knowledge of market standards and evolving trends."
"The lawyers have high service levels and are always quick to respond or investigate questions we may have."
"The team keeps abreast of the latest developments affecting our industry."
"Bennett Jones demonstrates impressive bench strength in Alberta and Ontario."
"Bennett Jones has very strong contacts with US law firms, which has helped to ensure cross-border matters are handled to our satisfaction."
"Bennett Jones has subject matter experts with strong knowledge of market standards and evolving trends."
"The lawyers have high service levels and are always quick to respond or investigate questions we may have."
"The team keeps abreast of the latest developments affecting our industry."
"Bennett Jones demonstrates impressive bench strength in Alberta and Ontario."
"Bennett Jones has very strong contacts with US law firms, which has helped to ensure cross-border matters are handled to our satisfaction."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Rasile is an experienced banking and finance lawyer who advises on a range of high-value credit facilities. Based in Toronto, his clients include prominent domestic banks, private equity houses and several major borrowers in the energy sector.
"Mark Rasile knows our file, company and industry very well. He is very responsive to our needs."
"Mark Rasile offers a high service level and is quick to respond or help. He has a strong understanding of the market."
Calgary-based Karen Dawson regularly advises lenders and borrowers on a diverse range of finance transactions, including bridge finance and refinancing mandates. She also has experience concerning the amendment of syndicated credit agreements. Her client base includes a range of borrowers, as well as private equity houses and other alternative lenders.
"Karen Dawson is very responsive, knows her subject matter very well and provides valuable insight."
"Karen Dawson is very knowledgeable and has a broad base of experience in special situations and distressed lending."