Alex Bernicchia-Freeman
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Toronto
- Bio
- Awards & Recognition
- Professional Involvement
- Selected Publications
- Insights
- Education
Alex is known for staying calm under pressure and providing clear, practical advice on insolvency and restructuring matters. He brings a disciplined approach to every file, combining strong advocacy, attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning. Alex’s passion for finance and corporate law, combined with an investigative mindset, allows him to uncover key facts, resolve conflicts and advance client interests through creative solutions.
Alex is a member of the firm’s Financial Services Group. His practice includes advising on bankruptcy, receivership and restructuring proceedings under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act. Alex acts for banks, creditors, debtors and court-appointed officers, and works closely with colleagues across practice areas to provide strategic, well-rounded advice during complex financial restructurings.
Alex joined Aird & Berlis as an associate after summering and articling at the firm.
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Awards & Recognition
- Business Law Scholarships, University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, awarded for academic achievement and community involvement, 2023-2024
- Gold Medal, York University, awarded for highest standing in political science program, 2019
Professional Involvement
Community Involvement
- Held student leadership roles as President of the University of Ottawa Business Law Society and Business Manager on the Senior Board of the Ottawa Law Review
Selected Publications
Co-Author, "Collateral Controversy: The J. Crew Manoeuvre and the Fight Over Loan Agreement Loopholes," Aird & Berlis LLP, Financial Perspectives, May 30, 2025.
Co-Author, "Anti-Money Laundering Amendments Accelerated: Businesses Face Unexpected Compliance Rush," Aird & Berlis LLP, Financial Perspectives, April 1, 2025.
Co-Author, "The Use of Holding Companies for Ontario’s Municipally Owned Electricity Utilities: Part 3 – Corporate Governance," Energy Insider, January 28, 2025.
Co-Author, "The Use of Holding Companies for Ontario’s Municipally Owned Electricity Utilities: Part 2 – 'Corporatization' and Development of the HoldCo Structure," Energy Insider, November 1, 2024.
Co-Author, "The Use of Holding Companies for Ontario’s Municipally Owned Electricity Utilities: Part 1 – What Are Holding Companies Used For?" Energy Insider, September 17, 2024.
Co-Author, "Ontario Launches Record-Breaking Procurement Spree to Meet Growing Energy Demands," Aird & Berlis LLP, Energy Insider, September 6, 2024.
Co-Author, "Recent Developments in Canadian Crypto-Litigation Orders Provide Cause for Concern," Aird & Berlis LLP Litigation Bulletin, August 2, 2023.
Author, "Appellate Guidance on Appealing Receivership Orders," National Insolvency Review, July 25, 2023.
Insights
Education
- JD, University of Ottawa, 2024
- MMgt (Business Administration and Management), Schulich School of Business, York University, 2020
- iBA (Political Science)(Gold Medalist – First Class Standing), York University, 2019
- Certificate of Bilingualism (English-French), York University, 2019
- Certificate (Business and Economics), Sciences Po Paris, 2018