Projects: PPP & Infrastructure - Canada
What the team is known for
Farris is a well-established regional law firm that is well known for its representation of lenders to proponents and consortiums on projects across the country. The practice also acts for authorities on the issuance of high-profile projects in British Columbia. The team regularly advises on key projects in the transportation sector, and demonstrates additional expertise in social infrastructure developments. With offices throughout BC, the group also advises on the procurement, financing and implementation of PPPs.
Notable practitioners
Maria McKenzie is a Vancouver-based lawyer who regularly advises on projects in provinces across Canada. She ably represents public authorities, lenders and private corporations throughout PPP processes and transactions. "Maria has a multifaceted approach. She's someone who can look at an infrastructure project from all different angles."
Longstanding corporate finance lawyer Michael Allen advises on a broad portfolio of project finance mandates out of the firm's Vancouver office. He frequently represents both lenders and borrowers in developments in the energy, mining, forestry and telecommunications spaces.