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Charlie McDonald

Charlie McDonald

Canada 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Charlie McDonald is a partner practicing in the Corporate and Securities Group of the Vancouver office. His practice focuses on corporate and transactional matters, in particular relating to mergers and acquisitions (both private and public), venture capital and growth capital investments, fund formation, joint ventures and partnerships, complex shareholder arrangements, securities and other corporate and commercial matters.

Charlie has extensive experience working with private equity funds, strategic investors and business owners in connection with domestic and cross-border transactions. His experience spans a broad range of industries, including technology, fintech, energy, mining, manufacturing, professional services, construction, infrastructure, hospitality, healthcare and insurance.

In addition to his practice, Charlie is a member of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee in the Vancouver office and a member of the National Mental Health and Wellness Committee.

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Chambers Canada Guide

Corporate/Commercial - British Columbia

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Individual Editorial

Charlie McDonald enjoys a burgeoning reputation for his private capital practice, advising clients on equity and venture capital investments as well as big-ticket buyout and exit work. He also advises on fund formation and securities issues.

Strengths

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  • Charlie is an exceptionally capable partner who has become a key adviser. He is trusted and wise.

    Corporate/CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • Charlie is highly collaborative, responsive and thoughtful.

    Corporate/CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • Charlie is a tremendously capable and customer service-oriented lawyer. He is an extremely effective corporate lawyer.

    Corporate/CommercialChambers Canada Guide

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Alberta

British Columbia

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