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In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, financing structures require a nuanced understanding of both legal frameworks and market dynamics. The Aird & Berlis Banking & Finance Group combines deep legal expertise with commercial insight to guide clients through the full spectrum of financing structures and transactions.

We represent a broad and diverse client base, including Canada’s Big Five banks, leading U.S. and European financial institutions and a diverse range of non-traditional lenders and borrowers. Our team brings extensive experience whether acting on the lender or borrower side of a transaction and is recognized for delivering practical, results-driven advice in complex financing matters. Whether advising established lenders, supporting first-time borrowers or managing global transactions, we tailor strategic legal solutions to meet each client’s unique business goals.

As an integral part of the firm’s broader Financial Services practice, our Banking & Finance lawyers work seamlessly alongside our Insolvency & Restructuring Group. This close collaboration enables us to deliver well-considered advice and advise on transaction structures that minimize risk, promote predictable outcomes and protect our clients’ interests. We also have deep connections to legal professionals across Canada and around the world, allowing us to manage international transactions with ease. Clients benefit from a coordinated, cross-border approach that ensures their interests are represented at every level.

Our Banking & Finance team is recognized in leading legal directories, including Chambers Canada, The Best Lawyers in Canada, Legal 500 and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. These accolades reflect not only our expertise and technical capabilities, but also the high level of trust placed in us by our clients. Recognized for our commitment to results, our lawyers are known for delivering exceptional value in high-stakes financing matters.

  • Senior & Subordinated Lending: We specialize in structuring secured, subordinated and second-lien lending arrangements tailored to client needs.
  • Venture, Mezzanine & Tech Financing: Our team supports growth-stage and technology-focused companies and investors with flexible capital solutions tailored to innovation-driven business models.
  • Asset-Based & Cash-Flow Lending: We offer guidance on lending strategies that are backed by tangible assets or projected cash flows, ensuring optimal financial structuring for our clients.
  • Cross-Border & Syndicated Transactions: We help clients navigate multi-jurisdictional and multi-lender deals with clarity and confidence, ensuring compliance and efficiency across international markets.
  • Real Estate & Project Financing: Our team delivers legal support for financing construction, development and infrastructure projects, facilitating successful execution from inception to completion.
  • Securitization & Structured Finance: We design innovative financial structures aimed at managing risk and enhancing liquidity, tailored to the specific requirements of each transaction.
  • Distressed Lending & Equipment Leasing: We guide clients through complex lending scenarios, including those involving distressed assets and specialized leasing arrangements.
  • Policy Advice & Documentation Development: We craft standardized lending documentation and provide strategic advice on policy formulation and best practices to support robust and compliant financial operations.

Our Banking & Finance professionals offer unmatched insight and practical know-how, executing each transaction with precision and ease. Whether advising traditional lenders, borrowers or other financial institutions, we manage a wide range of financing matters from straightforward lending arrangements to cross-border syndicated deals and asset-based lending involving global corporate structures. We provide a seamless, coordinated approach that ensures our clients’ interests are effectively represented at the local, national and international levels. Aird & Berlis is your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of modern finance.

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