Bennett Jones LLP

Bennett Jones LLP

FIRM OVERVIEW

Bennett Jones LLP is an internationally recognized Canadian law firm founded and focused on principles of professional excellence, integrity, respect and independent thought. Our firm’s leadership position is reflected in the law we practise, the groundbreaking work we do, the client relationships we have and the quality of our people.

We are home to 500 lawyers and business advisors in Calgary, Toronto, Edmonton, Ottawa, Vancouver, Montreal and New York. Our professional practice encompasses virtually every sector of business, industry and government. Operating as an integrated unit across our geographic locations, we pride ourselves on offering clients innovative, strategic and forward-thinking approaches to business, legal and regulatory challenges and opportunities.

Our ranks are filled with leaders in the fields of mergers and acquisitions, energy and natural resources, corporate finance and banking, bankruptcy and restructuring, commercial litigation, climate change, environment, construction, technology and intellectual property, tax, competition, international trade and public policy.

FIRM CULTURE

At Bennett Jones, our culture is built on a foundation of shared values—Business Focus, Respect, Transparency and Excellence—that define our character as a firm. These principles guide how we work together, engage with clients, and represent our brand in the marketplace. They are not just ideals but expectations, shaping every interaction, every piece of work, and every partnership we build.

Central to our culture is a commitment to fostering an environment where all our people can thrive. By embracing equity, diversity and inclusion, we create a workplace that inspires innovation, attracts and retains top talent, and empowers firm members to consistently exceed client expectations in a dynamic global marketplace. This commitment is reflected in our hiring practices, which are guided by our values and designed to attract individuals who are driven by continuous improvement, value meaningful relationships and seek fulfilling careers.

Bennett Jones is proud to have been recognized for 25 years as one of the Best Employers in Canada.

MAIN AREAS OF PRACTICE AND INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

  • Agribusiness
  • Banking & Secured Transactions
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Commercial Transactions & Capital Projects
  • Competition / Antitrust
  • Corporate Finance
  • Employment Services
  • Energy
  • Environmental Law
  • Infrastructure
  • Intellectual Property
  • International Trade & Investment
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Mining
  • Private Equity & Investment Funds
  • Property Development & Real Estate
  • Restructuring & Insolvency
  • Tax

 

OFFICES

Canada: Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver
International: New York, United States of America
Chair: John M. Mercury
Chief Executive Officer: Dominique T. Hussey
Managing Partners: Harinder S. Basra(Calgary), Preet K. Gill (Toronto), Barbara Stratton (Edmonton), Kwang Lim (Vancouver), Pascale Dionne-Bourassa (Montréal), Melanie L. Aitken (USA), Gordon Cameron (New York)

Lexpert-Ranked in practice areas
Aboriginal Law
Aboriginal Law
Toronto, Ontario
Repeatedly Recommended
Aboriginal Law
Aboriginal Law
Vancouver, British Columbia
Repeatedly Recommended
Aboriginal Law
Aboriginal Law
Calgary, Alberta
Consistently Recommended
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Toronto, Ontario
Consistently Recommended
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Montréal, Québec
Repeatedly Recommended
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Asset Equipment Finance/Leasing
Calgary, Alberta
Most Frequently Recommended
Asset Securitization
Asset Securitization
Toronto, Ontario
Repeatedly Recommended
Banking & Financial Institutions
Banking & Financial Institutions
Toronto, Ontario
Consistently Recommended
Banking & Financial Institutions
Banking & Financial Institutions
Calgary, Alberta
Consistently Recommended
Lexpert-Ranked Lawyers
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Calgary
855 2nd St SW, Suite 4500, Bankers Hall E, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2P 4K7
(403) 298-3100
(403) 265-7219
Edmonton
10020 100th St, 3200 TELUS House, South Twr, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5J 0N3
(780) 421-8133
(780) 421-7951
Toronto
100 King St W, Suite 3400, 1 First Canadian Pl, PO Box 130, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5X 1A4
(416) 863-1200
(416) 863-1716
Ottawa
45 O'Connor St, Suite 1900, World Exchange Plaza, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1P 1A4
(613) 683-2300
(613) 683-2323
Vancouver
666 Burrard St, Suite 2500, Park Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6C 2X8
(604) 891-7500
(604) 891-5100
New York City
135 East 57th St, Suite 14, New York City, NY, USA, 10022
(646) 992-4322
Montréal
900 Boulevard de Maisonneuve O, Suite 1800, Montréal, QC, Canada, H3A 0A8
(514) 985-4500
(514) 985-4501