Projects: PPP & Infrastructure

Toronto-based Carol Pennycook acts for both borrowers and lenders on both domestic and multi-jurisdictional financing transactions.

"Carol Pennycook is a strong finance lawyer."

Gregory Southam is regarded as a pre-eminent lawyer within the projects space throughout North America, regularly advising on the gamut of PPP models across the transportation, public infrastructure and green energy sectors. He is based in Toronto.

"Gregory Southam is a seasoned professional who can dissect complex problems and provide concise solutions."

"The man is a force. I have the utmost confidence in Greg's legal skill and abilities. With that said, he is always open to learning and considering diverse or divergent views or positions."

"Greg is an exceptional lawyer and widely regarded as one of the pre-eminent legal experts in his areas of practice."

"Greg's vast experience and knowledge make him top of class in the industry."

"Greg adds tremendous value to every file he touches. He is smart, humble, insightful and has developed an equally strong team below him."

Based in Toronto, Nicholas Williams is respected for his experienced counsel on project financing mandates. He is noted for representing institutional investors, insurance companies and developers in both Canadian and US projects, particularly in the energy sector.

"Nicholas Williams provides a high level of service and very strong legal expertise and commercial awareness."

"Nicholas focuses on the key risks and does a good job of bringing a practical approach to addressing them."

"Nicholas is wise, creative and hard-working."

Operating out of the firm's Toronto office, William Buchner is particularly noted for his handling of matters in the healthcare, power, transport and infrastructure sectors, and is active across a suite of mandates including project development and financing in Canada and beyond.

"William Buchner is a luminary in his deep understanding of the matters on which he acts for us."

"When the stakes are high, Will knows how to find the right words to tip the balance in his client's favour."

"William Buchner is an excellent advocate. He is organised, methodical and effective."

"Will has played a primary role in helping shape approaches to major projects in Canada through smart, to-the-point and practical advocacy."

Anthony Spadaro acts out of the firm's Toronto office and enjoys a growing reputation for his handling of financing mandates across the renewable energy and infrastructure spaces.

"I am consistently impressed by Anthony Spadaro's level of service and legal expertise."

"Anthony provides excellent advice on short notice."