Banking and Financial Services
Our banking and financial services lawyers have extensive experience representing foreign banks and financial institutions seeking to establish themselves in Canada. We also act for lenders and borrowers on all types of financing transactions, ranging from simple credit agreements to complex cross-border syndicated financings.
Our services include:
Asset Securitization
We advise on, negotiate and prepare documentation related to asset securitizations, including lease receivables, service contract and trade receivables, and other types of asset pools.
Commercial Lending Transactions
We act for lenders and corporate borrowers in lending transactions involving all types of collateral, including accounts receivable, inventory, equipment, real estate, securities and other intangibles.
Commercial Real Estate Financing
We act on behalf of banks, foreign lenders and borrowers in complex real estate transactions, including acquisition, construction, and mortgage financing.
Equipment Leasing
We represent lessors, lessees and other stakeholders in leasing transactions involving various types of assets, including machinery and aircraft.
Representation of Financial Institutions
We advise major foreign banks and financial institutions, and their Canadian branches, on the establishment of operations in Canada and on related regulatory and taxation matters, as well as on-going compliance matters. Our lawyers act for banks, brokers, underwriters, and other financial intermediaries in various aspects of their activities, including matters relating to financings, collections, and enforcement of security.
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