Bennett Jones LLP

Bennett Jones LLP often acts for the major or one of the major creditor groups, the debtor, the monitor or other court officers in complex restructurings and insolvencies in Canada. The firm is noted for its expertise advising non-bank lenders, international parties and court officers in transactions and litigation. The firm excels at cross-border restructurings involving jurisdictions such as Europe, the US, Australia and Central America. Practice head Sean Zweig mainly represents stakeholders in domestic and cross-border restructurings, leading on CCAA and CBCA proceedings. He sits in Toronto alongside Mike Shakra who is adept at handling recapitalizations and secured transactions as well as Preet Gill who is an expert in both litigation and transactional issues including CCAA restructurings. Kelsey Meyer is a standout restructuring and insolvency specialist in Calgary, who focuses on commercial disputes. Kevin Zych retired in 2025.