
Restructuring/Insolvency
Global Guide 2026 : Canada
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When a company is in distress, senior leaders need to move quickly. We help map out the right strategic course, finding a creative path that preserves and distributes value.
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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Work Highlights
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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg represented The Body Shop Canada in its insolvency proceedings under the CCAA.
Strengths
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They move mountains on our behalf.
Restructuring/Insolvency respondentGlobalAll partners and associates have been very sharp, helpful and a pleasure to work with.
Restructuring/Insolvency respondentGlobalDavies demonstrates an exceptional ability to handle complex and sophisticated cases. With a thorough knowledge of the law, they can make strong arguments and effectively defend our interests.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 
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 is truly an outstanding insolvency professional.
Restructuring/Insolvency respondentGlobalHis legal acumen is second to none and he also works as part of a team in developing holistic approaches to problem-solving.
Restructuring/Insolvency respondentGlobal
Band 3 
Band 3 
Robin B. Schwill
Robin Schwill is based in Toronto, where his work includes advising debtors and monitors on CCAA filings. He is very smart and hard working.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Christian Lachance
Christian Lachance enjoys an excellent reputation in the restructuring and insolvency space in Montréal. He offers an excellent service and is very knowledgeable.
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Band 5 
Band 5 
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.
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Members
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Natalie Renner
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Christian Lachance
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Denis Ferland
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Robin B. Schwill
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Band 3 Canada 2026
Practice area: Restructuring/Insolvency
Location: Nationwide - Canada
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