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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

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In almost every major restructuring in Canada, stakeholders across industries – and borders – turn to our team to achieve optimum results. Whether you’re a creditor, debtor, shareholder, investor, monitor, trustee or receiver, we help you navigate all the challenges and complexities of a restructuring or insolvency.

Our team takes a holistic approach, drawing on the strategic and deal-making skills of lawyers across practices, from mergers and acquisitions to finance, tax and litigation. This allows us, time and again, to find creative solutions and negotiate the best results.

Our perspective is global and our reach multijurisdictional. We work regularly with insolvency practitioners and courts internationally, particularly in the U.S. and the U.K. And we explore all means – including interim financing, M&A alternatives and, when necessary, the courts – to protect your interests and help you reach your goals on your timetable.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg is well respected for its ability to represent a wide range of key stakeholders in major restructuring mandates. The restructuring and insolvency group advises debtors, creditors and court-appointed monitors on both domestic and cross-border matters. Davies is also frequently sought after to advise purchasers on distressed M&A deals. The firm has a strong presence in both Toronto and Montréal, with lawyers in both offices handling domestic and cross-border mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg represented the Bank of Montreal as a secured creditor, administrative agent and hypothecary representative in connection with real-estate development projects owned by Brivia Group.

Strengths

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  • The firm's main strengths lie in its high level of experience and expertise in insolvency matters. It demonstrates a genuine concern for the client, listens attentively and fully understands our business challenges.

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  • Davies provide an excellent experience from senior partners to more junior team members, are very reliable and demonstrate great teamwork.

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  • The department’s key strength is that it combines deep technical expertise across the full spectrum of transaction-related matters with broader strategic judgment.

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  • The firm provides prompt follow-ups, meticulous oversight and great negotiations with counterparts.

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  • The firm strikes a great balance between advocating for us and protecting us.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Denis Ferland
    Band 2Denis Ferland

    Denis Ferland

    Denis Ferland acts on high-profile restructurings and on insolvency proceedings arising in sectors such as mining, retail and manufacturing. He is a key restructuring and insolvency lawyer in Davies' Montréal office.

    • Denis provides in-depth expertise and extensive experience in insolvency matters.

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    • He is always available and always brings new ideas. He brought the vision we needed.

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    • He is strategic, proactive and super responsive.

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  • Band 3Robin B. Schwill
    Band 3Robin B. Schwill

    Robin B. Schwill

    Robin Schwill is based in Toronto, where his work includes advising debtors and monitors on CCAA filings.
    • Robin is extremely well-informed and committed to advancing the principles of commercial insolvency law. He is a pleasure to work with, always responsive and well -respected.

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    • Robin is a very thoughtful, calm and collected person.

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  • Band 4Christian Lachance
    Band 4Christian Lachance

    Christian Lachance

    Christian Lachance enjoys an excellent reputation in the restructuring and insolvency space in Montréal.
    • Christian is exceptionally professional and highly skilled.

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  • Band 4Natalie Renner
    Band 4Natalie Renner

    Natalie Renner

    Toronto-based Natalie Renner is known for her capable handling of restructuring and insolvency matters, with notable expertise in advising on issues arising in Canada's cannabis sector.

    • Natalie is an outstanding lawyer who is very much on top of the detail.

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    • She is smart, hard-working and creative.

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