Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP is distinguished by its ‘high level of sophistication around capital markets issues’, according to clients. Recognized for its pre-eminent record in marquee transactions, particularly IPOs, the team advises issuers and managers on the full range of debt and equity offerings. In a recent highlight, Montreal-based Sébastien Roy and Toronto’s Steven Cutler advised Groupe Dynamite on its C$314m IPO in November 2024 — the largest IPO in Canada since May 2022. The Toronto group also draws on David Wilson, who handled a string of major bond offerings during 2024/25; Robert Murphy, whose practice spans securities, corporate and M&A; and leading corporate expert Patricia Olasker. In Montreal, additional contacts include local group coordinator Olivier Désilets and Nicolas Morin.