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Bennett Jones LLP

Banking & Finance

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Bennett Jones LLP

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Banking & Finance - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Bennett Jones operates an established and respected banking group known for its strength in Calgary, as well as maintaining a robust offering in Toronto. Its expertise cuts across a range of sectors, but the firm is especially notable for its handling of financings in fields such as energy, infrastructure and natural resources. The team demonstrates wide-ranging expertise covering mandates such as project and acquisition finance, as well as credit facility amendments. The group is further recognised for its experience handling syndicated and asset financing work. The practice represents a varied client base comprising borrowers as well as hedge funds and other institutional investors. The group is also noted for its activity representing non-traditional lenders and credit providers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bennett Jones advised Bank of Montreal on its position as administrative agent and left lead arranger in connection with a USD3 billion financing of Advent International's go-private acquisition of Nuvei Corporation.

Strengths

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  • With Bennett Jones, we feel extremely well covered for any issue/opportunity that may arise.

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  • The Bennett Jones team does an excellent job with top rate legal analysis, working very efficiently to complete assignments ahead of assigned deadlines.

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  • Bennett Jones has excellent responsiveness and is very strong at explaining complex legal matters to a non-legal audience.

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  • The team is able to provide great guidance on complex matters.

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  • Bennett Jones has deep expertise, a practical business-focused approach and an understanding of our business and industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark Rasile
    Mark Rasile

    Mark Rasile

    Mark Rasile is an experienced banking and finance lawyer who advises on a range of high-value credit facilities. Based in Toronto, his clients include prominent domestic banks, private equity houses and several major borrowers in the energy sector.

    • Mark is extremely proficient, highly detail-oriented and he solves complex issues.

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    • Mark is an exceptional lawyer who is committed to client service. He is extremely knowledgeable and practical.

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    • He is very proactive on key issues and client-friendly in all interactions.

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    • Mark understands our business and priorities, is very knowledgeable and stays up to date on trends and developments.

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  • Karen Dawson
    Karen Dawson

    Karen Dawson

    Calgary-based Karen Dawson regularly advises lenders and borrowers on a diverse range of finance transactions, including bridge finance and refinancing mandates. She also has experience concerning the amendment of syndicated credit agreements. Her client base includes a range of borrowers, as well as private equity houses and other alternative lenders.

    • She is a very bright lawyer.

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    • It is always a pleasure dealing with Karen. She is very knowledgeable in her area of expertise.

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    • Karen is a wonderful lawyer.

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