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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Real Estate

Canada Guide 2026 : Ontario

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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

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Our team has extensive experience in commercial real estate transactions and are at the forefront of industry developments and market trends in Ontario.

We advise regional, national and global clients on a wide range of matters including purchase and sale transactions, joint ventures, financing, leasing, developments, municipal planning and real estate investment trusts. Our lawyers have advised on all types of asset classes from industrial property to data centres, hotels, shopping centres, retail spaces and office towers.

We understand that no two real estate transactions are ever the same, and we strive to find the best solutions for our clients conducting business in Canada.

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Real Estate - Ontario

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Blake, Cassels & Graydon is highly regarded for its ability to handle an array of real estate mandates for an impressive portfolio of clients in Ontario. The firm is particularly well known for its representation of major domestic and international investors in high-end real estate transactions. It regularly handles acquisitions, dispositions and complex financings and is well placed to assist with leasing matters. The Toronto team acts on mandates involving a range of asset classes, from shopping malls to apartments and retirement homes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Blakes, Cassels & Graydon LLP advised Royal Bank of Canada on its CAD13.5-billion acquisition of HSBC Bank Canada and continues to advise RBC on the related integration. HSBC's assets included thousands of commercial mortgages against properties across Canada.

Strengths

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  • The firm is extremely practical and commercial in its approach to solutions and negotiations.

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  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon is effective on cross-border transactions and creative when faced with complicated challenges.

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  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon has very deep and specific knowledge of real estate transactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Hutmacher
    John Hutmacher

    John Hutmacher

    John Hutmacher has significant experience assisting investors with both sales and acquisitions, often involving retail assets.

    • John's knowledge and level of service is second to none.

      Real Estate respondentCanada

    • John is very accomplished and insightful.

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    • John practices law with a flawless knowledge base and a meticulous level of organisation.

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  • Silvana M D'Alimonte
    Silvana M D'Alimonte

    Silvana M D'Alimonte

    Silvana D'Alimonte has attained a premier reputation for her real estate practice and frequently advises on corporate transactions. Her client base includes a host of significant investment companies, along with developers.

    • Silvana is smart and concise.

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    • Silvana is client-focused and business-oriented.

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    • Silvana is extremely knowledgeable with a tremendous ability to consider legal and commercial objectives.

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  • Daniel Kofman
    Daniel Kofman

    Daniel Kofman

    Toronto-based Daniel Kofman continues to develop a solid reputation for his handling of transactional and financing matters in the real estate arena. He frequently assists with mortgage refinancing and project financing matters.

    • Daniel gives very concise business-oriented advice.

      Real Estate respondentCanada

    • Daniel is highly commercial and he's very good at dealing with difficult counterparties.

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    • Daniel is particularly helpful given his knowledge of the market.

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  • Joseph Grignano
    Joseph Grignano

    Joseph Grignano

    Joseph Grignano's highly regarded Toronto-based practice has a strong focus on commercial leasing. He regularly acts for private equity firms and other investors, as well as corporates from an array of industry sectors.

    • Joseph is a problem-solver, pragmatic and a good communicator.

      Real Estate respondentCanada

    • Joseph is an outstanding lawyer. He strives to understand our needs and provides a unique perspective.

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    • Joseph is extremely knowledgeable, smart and strategic.

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  • Patrick Gordon
    Patrick Gordon

    Patrick Gordon

    Patrick Gordon has strong experience handling real estate acquisitions and sale-and-leaseback transactions. His clients include investors and large corporate entities.

    • Patrick provides very practical solutions to suit our business needs.

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    • Patrick is incredibly detail-oriented and manages transactions very well.

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  • Rachel Lehman
    Rachel Lehman

    Rachel Lehman

    Rachel Lehman has particular experience acting for a range of investors on significant acquisitions and sales. She additionally assists clients with mortgage refinancing.

    • Rachel has a thorough understanding of concepts.

      Real Estate respondentCanada

    • Rachel has really good attention to detail and is knowledgeable about the subject matter.

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    • Rachel is very client-oriented and up to date on all legal matters.

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