Restructuring/Insolvency
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Goodmans Restructuring Group is widely and consistently recognized as Canada’s top restructuring and insolvency practice. For 21 consecutive years, Chambers Global has ranked Goodmans Restructuring Group as Canada's #1 and most experienced restructuring practice.
Our Restructuring Group has become one of the largest and best in Canada by developing cross-functional abilities and consistently building a diverse track-record of successful results for our sophisticated clients. Over the years, our lawyers have acted for every major type of stakeholder in every type of restructuring in the country. The scope and caliber of our credentials in restructuring is unmatched.
Our Restructuring Group has acted for all sides in restructuring situations. We are known for our successful representation of a diverse client base that includes a variety of domestic and international stakeholders including debtors, court-appointed monitors, noteholders, industry regulators, governments, private equity firms, lenders, distressed purchasers and investor committees in major restructurings across Canada’s major industry sectors including for example, oil & gas, mining, media, technology, retail, pharmaceutical and telecoms.
Chambers Review
Goodmans is a premier Toronto law firm recognised for its leading expertise in the restructuring and insolvency space across Canada. It represents an impressive range of commercial clients, with notable experience advising bondholders and acting on large international insolvencies. The firm houses a distinguished bench of lawyers who offer deep and broad expertise to both debtors and creditors, as well as notable skill advising on matters arising within regulated industries, including telecoms, energy and resources. The restructuring and insolvency team also assists clients engaged in the real estate, retail and manufacturing sectors. The Goodmans group is active on restructurings under both the CCAA and CBCA.
Work Highlights
- Goodmans LLP acted as counsel to FTI Consulting Canada as the court-appointed monitor of Harte Gold in its CCAA proceedings.
Strengths
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"Goodmans provide an exceptional service level and responsiveness, which is not a surprise given their strong team."
"It's an outstanding group of practitioners."
"The team is smart and efficient in restructurings."
"Goodmans provide an exceptional service level and responsiveness, which is not a surprise given their strong team."
"It's an outstanding group of practitioners."
"The team is smart and efficient in restructurings."
Notable Practitioners
Toronto-based Gale Rubenstein is a seasoned restructuring and insolvency lawyer with vast experience handling matters in this field.
"Gale is phenomenal and nationally revered."
Brendan O'Neill is held in high regard for his expert representation of court-appointed monitors in CCAA proceedings, and also acts for sponsor funds in recapitalisation transactions. He is based in Toronto.
"Brendan demonstrates an excellent combination of deal acumen and knowledge."
Robert Chadwick is deeply experienced in assisting clients with recapitalisation transactions, strategic reviews and CCAA proceedings. He is based in Toronto.
"Rob is a super talented and practical lawyer."
"He has an ability to summarise difficult situations, set strategy and solve problems."
Co-head of Goodmans' corporate restructuring group, Joseph Pasquariello frequently advises monitors and special managers in CCAA proceedings. Based in Toronto, he has notable experience relating to some of the most significant matters in the Canadian market.
Chris Armstrong is a well-regarded practitioner in the restructuring field, with experience advising debtor companies undergoing CCAA proceedings, as well as noteholders, trustees and loan agents. He is based in Toronto.
"Chris is a fantastic lawyer who gets in the trenches with you."
"He's a knowledgeable practitioner."
Joseph Latham is a respected Toronto lawyer who frequently acts as counsel to court-appointed monitors. He also has experience acting for debtor-in-possession lenders on CCAA-related matters.
"Joe has a strong understanding of the law but also an ability to figure out how to use it practically."
"A great practitioner who's well respected."
Caroline Descours is based in Toronto, where she regularly assists with CBCA proceedings and refinancing transactions.
"Her technical and economic acumen is invaluable in creating efficient solutions."
"She's a fantastic partner."
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