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Our team has extensive experience in commercial real estate transactions and are at the forefront of industry developments and market trends in Ontario.
We advise regional, national and global clients on a wide range of matters including purchase and sale transactions, joint ventures, financing, leasing, developments, municipal planning and real estate investment trusts. Our lawyers have advised on all types of asset classes from industrial property to data centres, hotels, shopping centres, retail spaces and office towers.
We understand that no two real estate transactions are ever the same, and we strive to find the best solutions for our clients conducting business in Canada.
Chambers Review
Blake, Cassels & Graydon is highly regarded for its ability to handle an array of real estate mandates for an impressive portfolio of clients in Ontario. The firm is particularly well known for its representation of major domestic and international investors in high-end real estate transactions. It regularly handles acquisitions, dispositions and complex financings and is well placed to assist with leasing matters. The Toronto team acts on mandates involving a range of asset classes, from shopping malls to apartments and retirement homes.
Work Highlights
- Blake, Cassels & Graydonadvised Northview Residential on its CAD742 million acquisition of 3,300 multi-family suites and 119,000 commercial sq ft, from a portfolio of vendors.
Strengths
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"The firm's advice brings value. It knows how to navigate issues and focus on the elements that really matter."
"Blake understands our needs and assesses various risks extremely well. It is able to provide solid guidance from both a legal and business standpoint."
"The firm understands current market conditions and how they play into the legal aspects of the transaction."
"They are exceptional at coming up with solutions that perfectly balance our risk-tolerance against the practicalities of the situation."
"The firm has a strong ability to draw on its extensive experience to provide recommendations on complex matters."
"The firm's advice brings value. It knows how to navigate issues and focus on the elements that really matter."
"Blake understands our needs and assesses various risks extremely well. It is able to provide solid guidance from both a legal and business standpoint."
"The firm understands current market conditions and how they play into the legal aspects of the transaction."
"They are exceptional at coming up with solutions that perfectly balance our risk-tolerance against the practicalities of the situation."
"The firm has a strong ability to draw on its extensive experience to provide recommendations on complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Thomas von Hahn possesses expertise in a wide range of real estate transactions, acting on behalf of funds and institutional investors. He often assists with transactions involving retail assets.
"Thomas von Hahn provides good guidance and communicates clearly."
"He really helps with explaining how to approach different problems we run into. He is also solution-minded."
"Thomas von Hahn is a real leader in the industry."
Silvana D'Alimonte has attained a premier reputation for her real estate practice and frequently advises on corporate transactions. Her client base includes a host of significant investment companies, along with developers.
"Silvana D'Alimonte has strength in breaking down the complex into simple layman's terms and for assessing next steps."
"She provides the highest level of service imaginable to my organisation."
John Hutmacher has significant experience assisting investors with both sales and acquisitions, often involving retail assets.
"I do not believe the deals would have succeeded without his support."
"John Hutmacher is a very experienced lawyer in the real estate field."
"John Hutmacher is very detail-oriented which is appreciated as we can trust him to catch all relevant discussion points."
"John Hutmacher is continuously improving on commercial awareness and helps clients deliver on smooth transaction execution, in addition to legal protection."
Joseph Grignano's highly regarded Toronto-based practice has a strong focus on commercial leasing. He regularly acts for private equity firms and other investors, as well as corporates from an array of industry sectors.
"Joseph Grignano provides practical and simple solutions to problems."
"He offers deep expertise in office leases, and he is very responsive and supportive."
"Joseph Grignano provides excellent client service and is very in tune with the market."
"Joseph Grignano is smart, quick, always protects his clients and knows how to drive to get a deal done."
Toronto-based Daniel Kofman continues to develop a solid reputation for his handling of transactional and financing matters in the real estate arena. He frequently assists with mortgage refinancing and project financing matters.
"It is a pleasure working with Daniel Kofman."
"Daniel Kofman is very diligent and very thorough."
"We are extremely satisfied with Dan's level of service as well as his practical business sense. He understands our needs as a client and is able to identify key risks and pain points for us."
"He is great to work with and provides strong counsel on all matters."
"Daniel Kofman is very client-focused and likes to understand his client's needs and drives for those results."
Patrick Gordon is an up-and-coming lawyer with strong experience handling real estate acquisitions and sale-and-leaseback transactions. His clients include investors and large corporate entities.
"I consider Patrick Gordon to be an extension of our team and appreciate his business-minded approach to solving complex legal issues."
"Patrick Gordon's depth of legal knowledge, sound judgement and subject matter expertise differentiates him from his peers."
"Patrick Gordon is well organised and thoughtful and provides strategic and exceptional advice."
Rachel Lehman is an associate with a commendable presence in the Ontario property market. She has particular experience acting for a range of investors on significant acquisitions and sales. She additionally assists clients with mortgage refinancing.
"Rachel is very diligent, highly educated and a progressive thinker."
"As a senior associate with impeccable skills, she provides value for money to my organisation."
"Rachel has consistently delivered excellent advice and impeccable customer service on all the transactions we have worked on together."
"Rachel Lehman has a direct approach to providing guidance."
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