LAWYER PROFILE

Justin Lapedus

Canada 2026

McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Banking & Finance

Nationwide - Canada

8 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Partner and Co-Leader of the firm’s Financial Services Group. Practice focuses on banking and complex secured and unsecured lending transactions. Acts for Canadian banks, US banks, as well as other Canadian, US and international financial institutions and non-bank lenders in connection with structuring and negotiating all types of debt financings, including cross-border acquisition financings, asset-based loans, and other corporate and commercial financings. Also acts for corporate borrowers, including sponsors and private equity.

Career

B.A. in Political Science from York University in 1995 and LLB from the University of Windsor in 1998.

Ontario Bar, 2000

Professional Memberships

Canadian Bar Association.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Canada Guide

Banking & Finance - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Justin Lapedus is a strong performer in the Canadian banking world, notably acting on acquisition finance and asset-based lending. His client base includes a range of prominent players, including major Canadian banks and private equity houses. He is the co-leader of McCarthy Tétrault's financial services group and is based in Toronto.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He goes above and beyond.
Banking & FinanceChambers Canada Guide
He understands the big picture but also the details. He always provides sound legal advice and has a very strong commercial awareness.
Banking & FinanceChambers Canada Guide
Justin is a highly capable lawyer who provides great client service.
Banking & FinanceChambers Canada Guide