Corporate/Commercial: The Elite
Canada Guide 2025 : Alberta
Band 1
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Osler has a strong corporate practice in Calgary, with strong representation of a diverse range of clients from large and mid-sized companies to start-ups. It is well known for its expertise in securities and transactions involving private equity companies, as well as business-critical M&A transactions. Osler’s client base also comprises prominent players in the technology and energy sectors. As a result of Osler’s leading private equity practice and deep experience working with sovereign wealth funds and state-owned enterprises, Osler has a strong understanding of entities that attract co-investors and how syndicated deals are structured.
Chambers Review
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt is a respected national firm with a strong offering in Alberta. The team is well equipped to advise on takeover bids, energy and infrastructure projects, and general corporate and securities matters, as well as corporate restructurings and joint ventures. It offers further expertise in equity and debt capital markets and related tax law. The firm's clientele ranges from start-ups to major multinationals. It also often represents private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
Work Highlights
- Osler acted for ConocoPhillips Canada on its $3.7 billion acquisition of TotalEnergies EP Canada's remaining interest in the Surmont Oil Sands Project.
Strengths
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"They provided tremendous client service and high-quality legal advice and work product. They did a great job for us and handled it with aplomb."
"The adaptability of the team was a tremendous benefit to our project. Their ability to anticipate potential issues and speak to matters that concern industry proponents was greatly appreciated."
"The depth and breadth of their team is very strong. The partners and their staff have been excellent and knowledgeable."
"They provided tremendous client service and high-quality legal advice and work product. They did a great job for us and handled it with aplomb."
"The adaptability of the team was a tremendous benefit to our project. Their ability to anticipate potential issues and speak to matters that concern industry proponents was greatly appreciated."
"The depth and breadth of their team is very strong. The partners and their staff have been excellent and knowledgeable."
Notable Practitioners
Frank Turner is a highly respected figure in the Calgary corporate market, with a longstanding reputation for his handling of corporate finance and M&A transactions.
"He's a prudent and highly knowledgeable counsel who is focused on client goals and advancing our best interests, as well as being technically very strong."
"Frank works collaboratively to ensure we have a thorough understanding and is detail-oriented in everything he does. When working with Frank, we are always confident a project will go smoothly."
"He is efficient, detail-oriented, incredibly knowledgeable and provides a huge amount of value through his services."
Andrea Whyte is well equipped to advise clients on a variety of M&A and other corporate transactions. She routinely acts for clients in the mining and energy spaces.
"I rely on Andrea on my most important, complicated and high-profile files."
"Andrea is an excellent corporate lawyer, who is very knowledgeable, practical and efficient."
Dan Shea advises clients on various transactions arising in the private equity and capital markets mandates. He is the leader of the firm's Canadian corporate group.
"He's an exceptional lawyer and constantly provides creative solutions."
"Dan is an exceptional lawyer and person. He treats us as if we were his only client."
Jessica Myers is a Calgary-based partner with a notable reputation for her corporate law practice. She advises public and private companies in connection with M&A and capital markets mandates.
"Jessica is a very strong counsel and has an approachable manner, so she is lovely to work with!"
Justin Sherman is active on M&A and equity offerings, frequently acting for clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
"Justin has been simply awesome to work with."
Kelsey Armstrong is an impressive partner with a growing presence in the market. Her practice includes public and private transactions and securities matters.
"Kelsey has exceptional client service skills and is highly knowledgeable. Kelsey advocated for and advanced reasonable positions, was technically very strong, and provided superior results."
"Kelsey is one of the most intelligent lawyers I have ever worked with. She thoughtfully approaches problems and comes up with creative solutions."
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