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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

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Davies’ Banking and Finance group is one of Canada’s leading transactional practices. Whether you are a borrower, lender or private equity sponsor, you can rely on us to structure sophisticated deals and financial instruments across capital markets.

With a particular focus on acquisition, fund finance and project finance, including many first-of-their-kind transactions, our team devises efficient frameworks to achieve your objectives. We act for clients across a diverse range of industries, including real estate, mining, manufacturing, retail, technology, energy and life sciences, in domestic, cross-border and international transactions. We draw on expertise across our firm, including our M&A, private equity, capital markets, competition and tax practices.

We also provide strategic guidance on derivatives and financial services regulation, supporting compliance and innovation amid regulatory changes.

In a competitive market, partnering with us helps you navigate complexity, seize opportunities and achieve your financial objectives with confidence.

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Banking & Finance - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg has a respected banking and finance practice advising lenders, borrowers and private equity sponsors on cross‑border financing transactions. The firm is particularly noted for its expertise in acquisition finance, asset‑based lending, project finance and ESG‑linked financings, and maintains longstanding relationships with major Canadian and international financial institutions. The team regularly acts for clients in the mining, energy and technology sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg advised The Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Royal Bank of Canada in connection with two cross-border secondary offerings of subordinate voting shares of GFL Environmental, with an aggregate transaction value exceeding USD1.65 billion.

Strengths

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  • Davies consistently provides high-quality legal advice on complex cross-border matters and is dependable under tight timelines. The team is accessible, responsive to time-sensitive requests and communicates clearly.

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  • Davies is top tier. The team is really thoughtful and articulate in complex situations.

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  • Davies provides outstanding client service, combining responsiveness, accessibility and accountability with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset focused on resolving issues.

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  • Davies is excellent. The firm understands what is important to us and saves time by focusing on the relevant issues.

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  • The firm possesses incredibly strong legal skill and strong market knowledge, and provides incredible service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Joel M Scoler
    Joel M Scoler

    Joel M Scoler

    Toronto-based Joel Scoler is held in extremely high regard for the strength of his banking and finance practice. His clientele includes major Canadian banks, and he is well versed in acting for lending syndicates on financing transactions, including acquisition finance mandates.

    • Joel's level of experience makes him among the country’s foremost experts in our space.

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    • If we hand something to Joel, it gets done. This makes him truly special.

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    • Joel's experience is unparalleled. He is very commercial in breaking down very complex situations, and he is always responsive.

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    • Joel is very commercial, experienced and knows what it is we’re looking for. He is very responsive and gets stuff done.

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    • Joel's responsiveness is second to none. He provides outstanding service and guidance on legal and technical matters throughout the process.

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  • Derek Vesey
    Derek Vesey

    Derek Vesey

    Derek Vesey is an experienced banking lawyer with a strong track record in advising on complex financing arrangements. He works out of the firm's Toronto office.

    • Derek is a strong performer with good attention to detail.

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    • Derek is incredibly responsive. He understands our principles and what's important to us. He also turns things around quickly.

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    • Derek's knowledge of the market is exceptional.

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    • Derek is fantastic; super responsive and very good at breaking down complex issues and finding a commercial solution.

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  • Scott R Hyman
    Scott R Hyman

    Scott R Hyman

    Scott Hyman has experience advising on an impressive number of structured cross-border financings and other significant transactions. Based in Toronto, he often acts on the establishment of credit facilities in sectors such as energy and TMT.

    • Scott is a trusted adviser who combines strong technical expertise with sound commercial judgement.

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    • Scott stands out for his exceptional client service and responsiveness. He demonstrates a high level of sophistication in handling complex matters, paired with strong commercial awareness and vision.

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    • Scott is a trusted adviser who knows our programmes very well, and is extremely responsive and practical.

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    • Scott is second to none in providing seasoned financial counsel that is market- and results-driven. We have a deep trust for his work and his perspective.

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  • Dan Wolfensohn
    Dan Wolfensohn

    Dan Wolfensohn

    Dan Wolfenstein represents borrowers and lenders across a broad range of industries. He works with clients across both domestic and cross-border financing transactions. He is based in Montreal.

    • He is trusted by our team on our most complex and high-stakes deals, and he is empathetic and grounded. We are fortunate to have someone of his calibre working with us.

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    • We get along with him really well; he is universally liked and pleasant, with a good attitude – all around very easy to work with.

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    • Dan did a great job; I was impressed with his attention to detail, timeliness and overall feel for the deal and the client's needs.

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    • Dan consistently demonstrates a strong client-service mindset characterised by responsiveness, availability and accountability. He remains closely engaged on complex matters, responds quickly as issues evolve, and ensures continuity from structuring through closing. His hands-on approach and reliability contribute meaningfully to efficient execution and a positive working relationship.

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  • Peter Martorelli
    Peter Martorelli

    Peter Martorelli

    Peter Martorelli represents a range of clients across the banking and finance sector from the firm's Toronto office. He advises on an array of mergers and acquisitions and financing matters.

    • Peter is exceptional.

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    • Peter brings vast knowledge and experience to give us sound, timely and actionable advice. He is always highly responsive and a pleasure to work with.

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    • Peter provides great advice and is a key resource for our business. He is very collaborative and responsive and quick to help the team.

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    • Peter is great; always available, always provides practical solutions and always goes above and beyond.

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