Torys

As a destination practice for private equity transactions, Torys is frequently engaged by US and Canadian sponsors to handle large-scale cross-border M&A. The team also stands out for its cross-border firepower in the energy and natural resources, projects and infrastructure, financial services and TMT sectors. The firm supports one of the largest New York offices of any Canadian law firm, led by New York-qualified managing partner Darien Leung, who specializes in banking and finance. The US team also includes former local managing partner David Chaikof, who focuses on M&A and private equity; infrastructure specialist Tara Mackay, who also operates from Toronto; and corporate and projects partner Don Bell, who likewise splits his time between New York and Toronto.