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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Projects: PPP & Infrastructure

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Osler’s team of specialist P3/AFP professionals advise on a broad spectrum of projects funded and implemented using public-private partnership structures. Osler’s breadth of experience and wealth of long-standing industry relationships give clients a tangible advantage as they advise on each stage of a project.

Regardless of size of project, industry or jurisdiction, Osler’s team is positioned to understand the issues that all parties face and the effect that these issues will have on the success of a project. Osler’s exposure to the most complex P3 projects, the experience of a number of team members as practicing professional engineers and expertise in project finance, infrastructure, construction, health care and power allow Osler to quickly assess client needs to deliver practical, commercial advice in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. This ability to tailor services to the specific needs of clients is enhanced by Osler’s ability to work collaboratively between offices and areas of specialty, providing clients with seamless service from offices in Toronto, Montréal, Calgary, Ottawa and New York.

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Projects: PPP & Infrastructure - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt is regarded as a premier law firm with a strong project finance offering and a notable reputation for representing lenders, developers and equity sponsors in major infrastructure mandates. The team also acts for issuing authorities and design-build joint ventures on a variety of projects, and is increasingly involved in civil and social infrastructure developments. It offers notable expertise across a range of sectors including energy, education, healthcare and transportation.

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Work Highlights

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  • Osler advised EllisDon + PCL Health Care Partners and its equity sponsors on the CAD13.9 billion Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital redevelopment project.

Strengths

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  • Osler is perhaps the best firm for understanding commercial issues.

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  • Osler's strength is in acting as a partner and adding value through their knowledge and experience.

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  • The team has a very strong understanding on project financing structures, alongside strong client attention and subject matter expertise.

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  • Osler is unquestionably one of the most experienced and knowledgeable firms in our industry, and we draw on their past experience and knowledge of precedents when negotiating new contracts. Their deep understanding of our industry helps us navigate even the most complete issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Chris Bennett
    Chris Bennett

    Chris Bennett

    Chris Bennett has attained an outstanding reputation for his pedigree and track record in complex project finance and development work. He represents an enviable client list consisting of lenders, proponents and sponsors active across an array of industry sectors.

    • Chris is simply great. He is one of the best in the market in advising project financiers.
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    • Chris is undoubtedly one of the best project finance practitioners in the country. His understanding of key issues, regardless of project type or asset, class, is unmatched.

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    • Chris is excellent counsel and works exceptionally well on difficult transactions.

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  • Danna Donald
    Danna Donald

    Danna Donald

    Danna Donald is proficient in the handling of both lender and borrower mandates, holding particular expertise in the renewable energy space.

    • Danna is very knowledgeable, responsive and an expert negotiator.

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  • Tobor Emakpor
    Tobor Emakpor

    Tobor Emakpor

    Tobor Emakpor represents a roster of public and private bodies active on PPP and AFP projects across North America, the UK and West Africa, offering particular experience across the healthcare, education and transportation sectors.

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  • Marissa Kirsh
    Marissa Kirsh

    Marissa Kirsh

    Marissa Kirsh is a Toronto-based lawyer who offers experience in a broad array of energy and infrastructure matters, including PPP projects.

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  • Marta Rochkin
    Marta Rochkin

    Marta Rochkin

    Marta Rochkin is a partner in Toronto and a member of the firm's banking and financial services group. She is experienced in assisting clients with PPP projects in the healthcare and transportation sectors.

    • Marta is an incredibly hard worker.

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