LAWYER PROFILE
James McClary

James McClary

Canada 2027

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Corporate/Commercial

Alberta

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Bennett Jones LLP

Canada

Practice Areas

James specializes in M&A and private equity transactions, including buyouts, venture capital, financings, restructurings and related corporate governance matters. He regularly advises private equity funds, their portfolio companies and management teams. James has extensive cross-border experience working with Canadian, United States, European and Asian investors and companies, works with clients in a broad range of industries including manufacturing, technology, energy, consumer products, agriculture and financial services.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Canada Guide

Private Equity: Buyouts - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Calgary-based James McClary is a well-regarded lawyer with a wealth of experience advising on leveraged buyouts. He is additionally noted for his past experience working at the New York and London offices of a US law firm.

Corporate/Commercial - Alberta

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

James McClary co-heads Bennet Jones' Private Equity practice. He has experience guiding clients through energy related acquisitions and strategic investments.

Strengths

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  • James brings a strong level of sophisticated knowledge to transaction advice.

    Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Canada Guide
  • James McClary is an excellent technical lawyer with great technical skills.

    Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Canada Guide
  • James has a really nice style about him – he is able to develop a relationship with the other side in a way that is not confrontational or threatening, which helps resolve issues more quickly.

    Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Canada Guide

Ranked Individuals at Bennett Jones LLP (140)

Alberta

British Columbia

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