From Calgary, Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP is primarily active in representing lenders and borrowers in energy and natural resources-related financings. Department head Kathy Pybus is recognized as a go-to finance specialist in Alberta and heads a team that includes Nancy Smith, who handled several large-scale financings during 2024/25. Simina Ionescu-Mocanu and Nicole Chorley are also recommended.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nicole Chorley
Practice head
Kathy Pybus
Other key lawyers
Nancy Smith; Simina Ionescu-Mocanu; Nicole Chorley