LAWYER PROFILE

Michael Matheson

Global 2026

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Banking & Finance

Canada

23 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Michael has more than 25 years of experience in banking and financial services law, with a particular specialization in corporate and commercial finance. His practice is focused on the areas of banking, syndicated lending, leveraged finance, project finance, and mergers and acquisitions. Michael regularly advises Canadian and foreign financial institutions and borrowers with respect to the structuring and negotiation of syndicated loan transactions, acquisition financings, take-over bid financings, leveraged buyouts, corporate reorganizations, workouts, and mergers and acquisitions.

Career

Michael is recognized as a leading lawyer in all major directories and publications.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Banking & Finance - Canada

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Michael Matheson is a noted leader in Canadian banking and finance law, with expertise cutting across a range of areas, including syndicated lending and refinancing. He operates out of the firm's Toronto office.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He is a fantastic lawyer who is very commercial, experienced and gives great client service.
Banking & FinanceChambers Global Guide
Michael is a very experienced and accomplished lawyer who provides best in class service and accessibility. He is also very commercial when providing advice.
Banking & FinanceChambers Global Guide
He quickly gets to the point and provides solid advice.
Banking & FinanceChambers Global Guide