Private Equity: Buyouts

Calgary-based James McClary is a well-regarded lawyer with a wealth of experience advising on leveraged buyouts. He is additionally noted for his past experience working at the New York and London offices of a US law firm.

James is an incredibly thoughtful leader of the team we work with at Bennett Jones. He always provides excellent advice, works very hard on our transactions and is responsive to our requests.

John Mercury is highly regarded for his experienced advice relating to buyout transactions with cross-border ties. Based in Calgary, he is executive chair of Bennett Jones, having assumed this role in January 2024.

John Mercury is extraordinarily bright. He really knows corporate structures and M&A.

John is one of the best PE lawyers in Canada. He is smart, thoughtful, deal-oriented and highly service-oriented. He is best-in-class at solving problems and is an excellent negotiator.

John is very user-friendly and very intelligent. He knows everyone in the industry and has a wonderful feel for what is appropriate in the market.

Toronto-based Curtis Cusinato is a highly capable lawyer who is well versed in acting for asset managers and investors on acquisitions occurring in sectors such as manufacturing and mining.

Curtis excels in client service by consistently providing sophisticated solutions. He is a problem solver and is always willing to provide timely guidance on complex problems.

Curtis is a sophisticated and creative lawyer, who is capable of navigating complex issues and negotiations with ease.

Curtis is our go-to legal adviser. He answers any call we make, at any time, and he is a great partner to work with.