Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Historically recognized for its record in mining deals, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP’s banking and finance practice has expanded its sector focus over recent years, with additional strong showings in the energy, TMT and financial services spheres — for both borrowers and lenders. Charles Newman co-chairs the department from Toronto and handles a mix of banking, finance, private equity and infrastructure work. The Toronto team also includes financial services chair Charles Rich and deputy firm managing partner Jennifer Wasylyk, who specializes in mine finance. Other key contacts in Toronto are: Marc Mercier, Alison Manzer and Jason Arbuck. In Calgary, David Kolesar and department co-head Bria Fallen are noted, while David Budd divides his practice between Toronto and Vancouver.