Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Canada
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In today's global economy, Fasken's Banking & Finance Practice Group has been quick to respond to the constantly changing financing environment. Our lawyers are renowned for their extensive banking, lending and financing expertise.
We provide advice to and represent a broadly based and diversified number of providers and consumers of credit around the world. By acting for both lenders and borrowers in transactions ranging from simple credit agreements to complex multifacility, multicurrency financings with multiple syndicates, clients benefit from our in-depth know-how and practical results-oriented perspective.
On the creditor side, clients include banks, leasing companies, finance companies, merchant banks, investment funds and other financial institutions. On the debtor side, we regularly act for corporate, trust and institutional borrowers in connection with their financing requirements.
Chambers Review
Fasken is a strong choice for mining finance and wider project finance mandates, offering notable expertise in relation to debt, ESG-linked finance and refinancing. It also has a strong bank lending practice and in-depth expertise in acquisition and corporate finance. Clients benefit from the firm's offices across Canada and abroad when seeking advice on cross-border transactions. The team is well regarded for its representation of financial institutions in the establishment of revolving credit facilities, and acts for a number of the country's most high-profile banks. On the regulatory side, Fasken's team demonstrates an impressive track record in matters relating to payment systems, credit and debit card programmes and digital product distributions, as well as anti-money laundering and consumer protection matters. It is equally well placed to handle regulatory work relating to large-scale M&A transactions.
Work Highlights
- Fasken was lead counsel to Bank of Montreal, acting as agent for two separate syndicates of lenders, on credit facilities totalling CAD2.45 billion which were provided to Element Fleet Management.
Strengths
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"Fasken's deep bench allows them to turn work around very quickly and move transactions along very efficiently. We always get a response from the Fasken team very promptly."
"They are very responsive and provide a high level of service. They do not hesitate to make themselves available whenever required."
"Fasken demonstrates an in-depth understanding of both the financial services legal framework in Canada and the applicability of that framework to the specific business."
"Fasken has been enormously valuable in guiding banks through very difficult multi-jurisdictional issues."
"Fasken is crucial to our ability to meet client transaction needs."
"Fasken's deep bench allows them to turn work around very quickly and move transactions along very efficiently. We always get a response from the Fasken team very promptly."
"They are very responsive and provide a high level of service. They do not hesitate to make themselves available whenever required."
"Fasken demonstrates an in-depth understanding of both the financial services legal framework in Canada and the applicability of that framework to the specific business."
"Fasken has been enormously valuable in guiding banks through very difficult multi-jurisdictional issues."
"Fasken is crucial to our ability to meet client transaction needs."
Notable Practitioners
Toronto-based John Torrey is widely appreciated for the breadth of his expertise across the Canadian banking and finance world. He remains sought after by prominent banks for his ability to handle large-scale acquisition and debt finance transactions as well as refinancings.
"John's an expert with decades of experience, but what stands out most is his leadership, and his ability to represent lender interests in a professional manner that's conducive to finding a solution."
"John is one of the most experienced banking lawyers in Toronto, and he is always available to provide expertise and guidance, as required, in support of client transactions."
"John is one of the best lawyers I have worked with, in terms of knowledge, sophistication and practical approach."
Toronto-based financial institutions lawyer Koker Christensen has a strong profile in the Canadian banking sector. He has extensive experience across a range of mandates, including M&A, regulatory compliance and internal reorganisations, as well as issues relating to fintech.
"Koker is a very professional lawyer who has assisted us in complex legal matters."
David Johnson is based in Toronto and is co-leader of Fasken's banking and finance department. He is sought after by prominent banks and private equity funds for his deep experience in syndicated acquisition and corporate finance mandates.
"David is super customer-oriented."
"He's a practical and people-focused lawyer."
Marc Novello is an experienced lawyer who advises on a range of mandates, from acquisition finance to significant revolving credit facilities and corporate financing arrangements. He works out of the firm's Montréal office and often acts for lending syndicates.
Tom Meagher is well placed to handle a variety of finance transactions, with particular expertise in deals across the mining and natural resources sectors. He regularly assists clients with ESG-linked financings and debt refinancing matters.
"Tom is an expert in the mining industry. He puts his clients first and is able to navigate difficult negotiations."
"He is responsive and diligent in his analysis and drafting."
"He has exceptional industry knowledge, experience, and the technical skills required to execute complex transactions seamlessly."
Toronto-based David Ferris regularly advises lenders on high-profile, cross-border acquisition financing and refinancing transactions. He is well accustomed to acting for lending syndicates comprising international and major Canadian banks.
"He is always professional, well prepared and responsive."
"Dave Ferris gives an amazing level of dedication to provide timely turnaround."
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