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Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

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Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

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Banking & Finance - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Cassels Brock & Blackwell has a respected banking and finance practice with particular strength in mining finance and a growing presence across sectors including real estate, construction, energy and technology. The firm advises lenders, borrowers and alternative credit providers on a broad range of matters, including acquisition finance, project finance, syndicated lending, restructurings and credit facility amendments. It is also well regarded for its work on cross‑border financings, distressed debt transactions and complex lending mandates involving non‑traditional lenders.

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Work Highlights

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  • Cassels Brock & Blackwell acted for Lundin Mining Corporation on its USD4.5 billion revolving credit facility with a syndicate of lenders.

Strengths

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  • Cassels Brock & Blackwell is extremely capable of handling complex and sophisticated transactions. The team is very responsive and reliable.

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  • Cassels' responsiveness, guidance and expertise distinguish them. You can rely on their judgement through challenging processes.

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  • The team at Cassels is fully client-focused. It is responsive and creative in finding solutions which match the needs of the client.

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  • Cassels Brock & Blackwell demonstrate exceptional technical skill and responsiveness. The team has a very practical, commercial way of looking at things. Their lawyers are fast and sharp.

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  • Cassels Brock & Blackwell have a very strong team, and they are excellent collaborators. The firm completely understands our business and is very knowledgeable with regard to the industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles Newman
    Charles Newman

    Charles Newman

    Charles Newman is skilled across a host of financing transactions, including syndicated and project financing, as well as amended financing agreements. He is also well versed in cross-border matters involving the USA and is located in the firm's Toronto office.

    • Charles is a valuable partner.

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  • Charles Rich
    Charles Rich

    Charles Rich

    Chuck Rich is a Toronto-based lawyer in possession of notable credit facility and syndicated financing experience. He often handles mandates on behalf of leading domestic banks.

    • Charles has a good balance, good expertise, is a good listener on a file and protects his clients’ interests.

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  • Alison R Manzer
    Alison R Manzer

    Alison R Manzer

    Alison Manzer is a well-established and respected corporate finance lawyer based in Toronto. She is proficient across a range of finance-related mandates, including restructuring and project finance mandates.

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  • Marc Mercier
    Marc Mercier

    Marc Mercier

    Marc Mercier is experienced in handling a variety of mandates ranging from refinancings to project and acquisition finance. He operates from the firm's Toronto office.
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