Jack Maslen

Jack specializes in navigating the complex terrain of insolvency and restructuring, offering critical advice to corporations, their directors, shareholders, lenders, and accounting professionals. His expertise is not confined to Canadian borders; Jack adeptly handles cross-border insolvency proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.

His legal prowess extends into the realms of debtor-creditor remedies, real estate, banking, fraud, and energy matters, showcasing a broad and versatile skill set. Jack's international experience enriches his practice, particularly in international commercial arbitration, where he has represented clients in both UNCITRAL and ICC arbitrations. His global insights were honed through significant international stints in Doha, Qatar, and London, U.K., where he developed a keen sense for international arbitration.

Jack's role as lead counsel in numerous high-stakes cases, including acting for trustees in bankruptcy and lenders in commercial foreclosure matters, underscores his capability to lead complex litigation. His contributions as co-counsel to court-appointed monitors and receivers in notable insolvency proceedings further highlight his expertise and strategic approach to legal challenges.

His insights into legal developments are invaluable, contributing significantly to the understanding of issues such as property tax liens, environmental liabilities in insolvencies, and the prioritization of receiver's fees and costs. Jack's analysis of arbitration case law and his roundup of top Canadian insolvency cases offer a glimpse into his deep engagement with current legal trends.

Beyond his legal practice, Jack is an active member of the legal community, contributing to the Law Society of Alberta, the Law Society of Ontario, the Insolvency Section of the Canadian Bar Association in Alberta, and the Calgary Bar Association. His commitment to professional excellence is evident in his active engagement with these associations.

Admitted to the bar in Alberta and Ontario, Jack's academic achievements, including a BCL with distinction from the University of Oxford, a JD from Queen's University, and a B.Comm. from the University of Calgary, provide a solid foundation for his distinguished legal career. Jack's blend of international experience, comprehensive legal expertise, and commitment to professional development makes him a trusted advisor in the complex field of insolvency and restructuring.