Kelly Ford

Kelly R. Ford brings a wealth of expertise to the table, particularly in the realm of private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate and securities law.

Her background includes counseling both strategic and financial players across various sectors such as resource management, energy services, and technology. She has been instrumental in navigating complex public and private M&A deals, including unsolicited takeover bids, arrangement plans, and asset/share acquisitions.

Kelly's advisory scope extends beyond transactions. She offers insights into routine and transactional corporate governance matters, aiding businesses in ongoing planning and compliance.

Before joining Bennett Jones, Kelly honed her skills in Vancouver, British Columbia. Her experience spans from a prominent Canadian law firm to a boutique specializing in private equity and corporate law.

Kelly's legal acumen is backed by a robust education. She earned her JD from Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, with a specialization in International, Comparative, and Transnational Law in 2008.

She is admitted to the bar in both British Columbia (2009) and Alberta (2014), further solidifying her capacity to provide comprehensive legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions.