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Dentons

Real Estate

Canada Guide 2027 : Ontario


Dentons

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Real Estate - Ontario

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
The Ontario arm of global firm Dentons is able to draw on the firm's vast international network to service clients requiring cross-border real estate expertise. The firm also acts on large local transactions, notably acquisitions, financings and commercial leasings, from its Ottawa and Toronto offices. The group is involved in a number of development projects, advising on partnership structures and lending.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons advised Samuel Sarick Development on the development and execution of a strategic land use strategy, including multiple appeals before the Ontario Land Tribunal challenging the City of Toronto's planning instruments.

Strengths

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  • The Dentons team are excellent advocates who provide sound legal and strategic advice. It keeps on top of legislative updates and is a standout firm.

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  • It is a group of capable, solution-oriented lawyers who understand our business.

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  • Dentons provides incredible customer service and market expertise, and there is not a real estate issue that they cannot solve in a timely manner.

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  • The firm finds it really easy to translate difficult concepts into plain language.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Katarzyna Sliwa
    Band 3Katarzyna Sliwa

    Katarzyna Sliwa

    Katarzyna Sliwa is lead of the firm's municipal planning, land use and development law practice and often represents clients before the OLT. Her broad practice includes assisting with re-zoning applications and official plan amendments.

    • She has a broad and clear understanding of the law and how best to approach circumstances as they arise.

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    • She is very knowledgeable, personable and well informed with respect to the planning process.

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  • Band 4Jules Mikelberg
    Band 4Jules Mikelberg

    Jules Mikelberg

    Jules Mikelberg earns recognition for his prevalence in development projects and real estate transactions, as well as condominium matters.

    • Jules is very skilled, experienced and knowledgeable.
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  • Band 4Roberto Aburto
    Band 4Roberto Aburto

    Roberto Aburto

    Roberto Aburto is a strong choice for municipal planning law matters and has excellent experience at the OLT. He is based in Ottawa.

    • He provides his clients with an excellent level of service, is extremely knowledgeable and has a very strong understanding of both the legal and planning worlds. Roberto is a practical and strategic thinker and is both responsive and thorough in his communication.

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    • He is incredibly knowledgeable, well prepared and a pleasure to work with.

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    • Roberto is an outstanding lawyer.

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  • Band 5Philip Rimer
    Band 5Philip Rimer

    Philip Rimer

    Philip Rimer has extensive experience advising on real estate financing matters and transactions, including forward sales.

    • Phil is commercially minded and understands the nuances between the law and what is practical from a commercial perspective.

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    • He is an outstanding and knowledgeable lawyer.

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  • Band 5Sonja Homenuck
    Band 5Sonja Homenuck

    Sonja Homenuck

    Sonja Homenuck is held in high esteem for her in-depth expertise in commercial leasing matters as part of a broad real estate practice that also includes strengths in construction and financing matters.

    • Sonja is a pragmatic, results-driven practitione who varies her approach based on business needs and delivers superb results.

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    • She is always very thorough and a pleasure to work with.

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  • Up and ComingEsme Cragg
    Up and ComingEsme Cragg

    Esme Cragg

    Esme Cragg has particular experience in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions.

    • She is an amazing partner with great turnarounds and depth on files.

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    • She can translate complex technical issues for the client well and is practical about moving matters forward with great recommendations.

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    • Esme is an incredibly valuable resource.

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    • Her depth and knowledge are integral to our operation and execution on complex transactions and projects.

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  • Up and ComingIsaiah Banach
    Up and ComingIsaiah Banach

    Isaiah Banach

    Isaiah Banach is counsel in the firm's municipal, land use planning and development law group in Toronto. He acts across a range of development and redevelopment matters for an impressive set of clients.

    • Isaiah understands how to balance client needs with practical solutions.

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    • He has great approach and client care.

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    • Mr Banach is a well-rounded lawyer. He understands the process as well as the nuances around any project. He is thoughtful in his review and the comments he provides.

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  • Associates to watchAlice Mihailescu
    Associates to watchAlice Mihailescu

    Alice Mihailescu

    Alice Mihailescu is a senior associate in the firm's real estate group and enjoys a rising profile for her focus on municipal law.

    • I am extremely impressed with her knowledge, responsiveness and overall service levels.

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    • She learns the subject matter to guide case strategy and quickly gets a command of the subject matter.

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    • Alice is extremely knowledgeable about planning legislation and policy.

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    • Alice has incredible attention to detail.

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  • Associates to watchJessica Jakubowski
    Associates to watchJessica Jakubowski

    Jessica Jakubowski

    Jessica Jakubowski is a Toronto-based associate active across a range of development matters. She has valuable experience before the OLT.

  • Associates to watchMax Reedijk
    Associates to watchMax Reedijk

    Max Reedijk

    Max Reedijk is a senior associate in the firm's Toronto office recognised for his depth of experience in land use planning and development matters.

    • He clearly understands the strategic imperative of whatever goal we are embarking on and makes sure that all the details are not missed.

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    • Max understands how to balance client needs with practical solutions.
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