Banking & Finance - Canada
What the team is known for
Dentons Canada represents several major domestic banks in connection with their Canadian and cross-border financing transactions. The team's expertise encompasses syndicated loans as well as acquisition, construction, ESG-linked and refinancing matters. The firm is well known for its extensive international reach; this continues to be a major benefit for clients, with cross-office support allowing the firm to offer a wide range of specialist expertise as and when it is required.
Strengths
"Dentons have always provided sound legal advice and demonstrated an ability to be very deep in terms of market knowledge.”
"I find the service to be excellent. You get excellent advice and great execution."
Work highlights
Dentons advised Fédération des caisses Desjardins du Québec on the financing package provided to Groupe Sportscene in connection with its acquisition of the restaurant operator Groupe Restos Plaisirs.
Notable practitioners
Michael Henriques is based in Toronto, where he regularly assists syndicated lenders with fund financing, loan programmes and leveraged finance facilities. "Michael is an excellent lawyer and a very competent professional. He understands the intricacies of sophisticated financial transactions, but is very capable of quickly keying in on what is relevant and essential to move a deal or issue forward towards completion." "He offers a very strong level of service and problem-solving skill. He is great at explaining issues in an easy-to-understand manner." "He is easy to work with and very approachable."
Ryan Middleton has been lead partner on a range of notable financings, including several lending agreements involving borrowers in the technology and media sectors. Based in Toronto, he heads the Canadian banking and finance practice at Dentons. "Ryan has demonstrated himself as being highly attentive, responsive and well versed in delivering practical solutions." "I will continue to seek his guidance on future transactions due to his knowledge, client approach and ability to get deals done smoothly." "Ryan is an outstanding lawyer who is very committed to providing top service levels in a timely manner."
