Torys is based out of Toronto and acts for debtors, court officers, principal creditors and purchasers in restructuring and insolvency proceedings and transactions. The firm acts as strategic advisor to boards and senior management on restructuring matters and has been active in insolvency matters utilising reverse vesting orders (RVO). David Bish is an expert in insolvency, bankruptcy, receivership and restructuring and co-leads the team alongside Tony DeMarinis who center his practice on cross-border restructurings and cross-border M&A. Scott Bomhof, Adam Slavens and Kyle Kashuba are all well-versed in handling restructuring and insolvency matters with Kashuba focusing on the energy sector.
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Testimonials
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‘Tony DeMarinis has thorough consideration of strategy and creative use of Canadian insolvency law to mitigate risks. Mike Amm is knowledgeable about the mining industry and nuances of various financing and offtake arrangements.’
‘Very professional and knowledgeable.’
‘Kyle Kashuba was great to work with. Always made himself available and timely responses to questions.’
‘The Torys team is a highly professional, responsive, and credible team that provide excellent practical advice to complex situations. I have no hesitation in using them for complex matters.’
‘The team stands out for its expertise and understanding of processes.’
‘David Bish is the expert on lease remedies. Jeremy Opolski is a master litigator.’
Key clients
- Co-owners of The Conservatory
- Tarion Warranty
- KSV Kofman
- Nevada Copper
- LifeWorks
- Gallatin Point Capital
- FTI Consulting Canada
- Fortress Investment
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Alvarez & Marsal Canada
- The Real Estate Property Association of Canada
- Innovere Medical
Work highlights
Advised Tarion on numerous matters, including several multi-million-dollar disputes over defective construction of homes and condominium developments.
Advised KSV Kofman on numerous multi-million-dollar restructuring matters.
Advised Nevada Copper and its subsidiaries on a cross-border insolvency of in bankruptcy proceedings.
Lawyers
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.
Kyle Kashuba
Adam Slavens
Practice head
David Bish; Tony DeMarinis
Other key lawyers
Mike Amm; Kyle Kashuba; Adam Slavens; Jeremy Opolski