Banking & Finance

Co-head of the banking and debt finance practice, Adam Delean has an excellent track record of advising high-end banking clients on a wide variety of issues, including syndicated lending, acquisition finance and revolving credit facilities. He works out of Toronto.

"Adam Delean is an exceptional lawyer and a trusted advisor with deep expertise. His advice is always based on a practical and common-sense approach."

"Adam Delean is a very strong counsel providing excellent advice and solutions to handle difficult negotiations."

"His experience and expertise are immeasurable."

"Adam Delean is our go-to lawyer."

Blair Keefe is one of the most accomplished figures in the area of financial services regulation in Canada. Based in Toronto, he is frequently sought out by leading domestic and multinational institutions for his strength in the regulatory aspects of M&A transactions in the financial sector.

"Blair Keefe is very knowledgeable and draws on an excellent team for timely and effective advice."

"Blair Keefe is instrumental in guiding us successfully through difficult issues."

"He is considered an expert in his field."

"He is the best of the best."

"He has a good level of expertise and is well connected."

Amanda Balasubramanian co-leads the banking and debt finance practice from the firm's Toronto office. She is regularly involved in major project financing and credit facility initiatives, with her recent work involving a number of public sector clients.

"Amanda Balasubramanian demonstrates a strong ability to navigate complex legal matters and reach consensus on key business point."

"She is excellent to work with."

Calgary-based lawyer Kevin Fougere is well versed in acting for borrowers and is especially prominent in project financing transactions in the energy sector. He also assists with debt financing mandates.

Toronto-based lawyer Tom Zverina holds expertise which encompasses an impressive range of project finance mandates.

Eli Monas regularly assists with the regulatory aspects of M&A transactions in the banking sector. His client roster includes prominent banks, credit unions and non-bank financial services companies. He is based in Toronto.

"Eli Monas provides excellent advice and is a pleasure to work with."

"Eli Monas is an excellent advisor.He is knowledgeable, pays incredible attention to details and provides almost immediate responses to any queries."

"He demonstrates strong legal and regulatory knowledge, alongside having important contacts across the industry."

"He offers excellent communication skills and timely responses."

Nina Mansoori is based in the Toronto office, where she advises lenders and borrowers on a variety of mandates. This includes refinancing, acquisition financings and syndicated lending transactions.

"Nina Mansoori provides excellent service and advice on various matters."

"She is very responsive and effective."

Marissa Daniels is frequently seen assisting clients with financial regulatory matters in relation to consumer protectionmatters, strategic partnerships and payment services. She is based in Toronto.

"Marissa Daniels provides a good level of expertise and service and is a pleasure to work with."