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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

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We give market-leading lenders and borrowers undertaking highly complex financings sound advice and efficient deal execution. Because no two transactions are the same, we find precise, creative structures that fit the needs of all parties.

Whether you’re a borrower, lender or private equity sponsor, you can rely on us to structure sophisticated deals and financial instruments at all levels of the capital structure. We stay on top of the markets and regulatory issues.

With a particular focus on acquisition and project finance – where we’ve structured many first-of-their-kind transactions – our team devises the most efficient structures to achieve your objectives. From traditional bank credit facilities and structured products to complex international multi-currency, multijurisdictional financings, we draw on expertise across our entire practice. You receive comprehensive advice on all facets of your deal.

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Banking & Finance - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg represents a variety of lenders and borrowers in cross-border financing and refinancing transactions. The firm offers further expertise in asset-based lending, acquisition and project finance, as well as in large-scale ESG-focused transactions. The group is well respected for its longstanding relationships with major Canadian banks, regularly acting for syndicates consisting of domestic and international financial institutions, as well as its work on behalf of private equity funds and businesses operating in the mining, energy and TMT sectors.

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Strengths

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  • The team provides creative and pragmatic solutions, despite complex situations.

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  • Davies has industry-leading response times and clear communication.

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  • The Davies team is always client-focused and has good market insights into the legal landscape.

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  • When a matter arises that requires outreach to another expert, the lawyers don't hesitate.

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  • Davies has deep technical expertise.

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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.

    • He provides great advice and is a great partner to our business. We use him frequently because he's the best across the board.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Joel’s analysis is incisive and he is able to filter out all of the background noise and help us focus on the legal issues that matter most.

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    • He cares deeply about his clients and driving positive outcomes for them.

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  • Derek Vesey
    Derek Vesey

    Derek Vesey

    An experienced finance lawyer, Derek Vesey has notable expertise in establishing and renewing major credit facilities and loan agreements. He works out of the firm's Toronto office.

    • Derek is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is a terrific advocate and resource.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Derek is an excellent legal adviser and provides a very high level of capability for our transactions.

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    • He is highly pragmatic and provides commercially balanced counsel that enables us to execute in a timely way.

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    • The relationship and service we receive is highly valued.

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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 Hyman is exceptional at what he does and with his continual client focus. His advice is always rock solid and we trust his counsel to help achieve the best outcome for our organisation.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • We use Scott for complicated transactions. He's very knowledgeable.

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