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Bennett Jones LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Bennett Jones LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Bennett Jones is extremely well positioned to advise on large-scale insolvency matters in the oil and gas and mining sectors. The firm demonstrates notable strength in bondholder work, as well as advising debtors, court officers and international investors. It is also acknowledged for its aptitude in cross-border matters involving US Chapter 11 proceedings, with the team's industry expertise covering matters in the real estate, financial services and non-profit sectors. The firm is involved in a considerable number of litigious mandates in the field and stands out for its bench strength in both Calgary and Toronto. Lawyers in the Calgary office regularly act for strategic buyers in the energy sector, while the Toronto office offers creditor-side experience across diverse industries.
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Work Highlights

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  • Bennett Jones represented a consortium composed of the provinces of British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and the territories of Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon, in connection with the three CCAA filings of JTI-Macdonald, Imperial Tobacco and Rothmans.

Strengths

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  • It's an incredibly competent team. They provide complex and sophisticated advice in a way that is intelligible and still comprehensive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sean Zweig
    Sean Zweig

    Sean Zweig

    Sean Zweig is noted for his expert handling of multi-stranded, cross-border files. He is based in Toronto, and co-heads Bennett Jones' restructuring and insolvency group.

    • Sean's ability to apply the law yet see the big picture is amazing.

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    • He's very good at marrying the law with deal-making.

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  • Raj Sahni
    Raj Sahni

    Raj Sahni

    Raj Sahni is based in Toronto and has strong experience in cross-border restructurings.

    • Raj Sahni is a very creative, outside the box thinker.

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  • Kelsey Meyer
    Kelsey Meyer

    Kelsey Meyer

    Calgary-based Kelsey Meyer maintains an excellent insolvency litigation practice which is focused on restructuring matters.

    • She is a highly effective lawyer who is clearly a leader. She has a very strong business-mindset and has client goals in mind.

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    • Kelsey is a very technical and very strong practitioner.

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  • Michael Shakra
    Michael Shakra

    Michael Shakra

    Michael Shakra is a rising star in the insolvency market. His practice exhibits strength in domestic and cross-border restructurings across a number of industries.

    • Michael has significant technical expertise. He is highly responsive and practical.

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