Banking & Finance

Michael Matheson is a noted leader in Canadian banking and finance law, with expertise cutting across a range of areas, including syndicated lending as well as project and leveraged finance. He operates out of the firm's Toronto office.

"Mike is a seasoned professional who provides very concise and considerate advice as counsel. He has a remarkable ability to identify the risks, but also comes to a commercial view that satisfies all parties."

"He's one of the best lawyers when it comes to broad support. He has a perspective on the Canadian bank market and also on the US side; he understands US clients when they come over to Canada. He is a huge asset and one of our top choices to work with."

Toronto-based Paul Belanger remains highly rated for his regulatory expertise across all areas of Canadian financial services. His impressive client roster includes market-leading banks, credit unions and insurance companies.

"Paul is wonderful to work with. He gives very timely, practical and business-minded advice."

"He is one of the very top bank regulatory lawyers in Canada."

"Paul is a seasoned and practical regulatory lawyer."

Michael McIntosh KC has cultivated an excellent reputation in the Canadian banking sector. He handles a variety of impressive mandates, including major project financing initiatives. Based in Calgary, he is particularly active in the energy and oil and gas sectors.

"Mike’s attention to detail and significant expertise are second to none. He always identifies issues that need to be addressed, seeks appropriate client instructions and provides detailed explanations."

Based out of Toronto, Jacqueline Shinfield is a leading figure when it comes to financial services regulatory matters. She has extensive expertise in card payments, fintech and anti-terrorism financing regulations.

"Jackie is an incredible lawyer. She is a pre-eminent expert in her practice area and is fantastic to work with."

"She is a very experienced and customer-focused lawyer who provides great insight and industry perspective while balancing the risk and reward of legal advice."

"She obviously has a comprehensive knowledge of the whole regulatory environment. Jacqueline is somebody who comes at it from such a thorough angle."

Simon Finch remains a trusted adviser for prominent banks and private equity funds due to his strength in debt refinancing and project finance matters. He operates from the firm's Toronto office.

"Simon is very commercial, flexible and very good at getting deals done in a timely fashion."

"He’s very knowledgeable on the state of the market and very plugged in."

"One of my top, go-to lawyers on Bay Street."

Bonny Murray operates from the firm's Toronto office and enjoys a growing presence in the financial services market. Her expertise ranges from business reorganisations to payment system overhauls, and she also has experience assisting clients to obtain Bank Act regulatory approvals.

"She is practical and understands the bank regulatory industry as well as anyone. Her expertise in this space is incredible."

"Bonny is always ready to help to support our business goals and legal requirements. She has a deep knowledge and understanding of the financial services regulatory regime and payments space in Canada."

Calgary-based Nick Tropak is a significant figure in the Alberta energy market. Of late his work has included significant refinancing and debt restructuring matters within this sector.

"Nick did a fulsome review of the financing documents and displayed strong legal expertise."

"He is user-friendly, commercial and good technically."