Fred Pletcher

Over three decades, Fred has carved out a niche for himself in the legal world, offering his expertise to public corporations and investment dealers on a plethora of transactions and issues. His work spans mergers and acquisitions, corporate financing, governance, continuous disclosure, and general commercial matters. Despite his broad expertise, Fred demonstrates a keen interest and specialized knowledge in the mining sector, guiding both Canadian and international mining firms through various scenarios. These include the buying and selling of mining assets, forming joint ventures, negotiating royalty agreements, and managing expropriations, alongside ensuring compliance with NI 43-101 reporting standards.

As the appointed national leader of a prominent Mining Group, Fred's insights are invaluable. He is also known for his advisory role to corporate boards and special committees, enhancing his reputation in shareholder activism and the management of real estate investment trusts (REITs). Beyond his direct legal practice, Fred contributes to the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts of his firm, emphasizing sustainable and ethical business practices.

Fred's excellence in law has not gone unnoticed. Since 2008, he has been consistently recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his contributions across various legal fields, including Corporate Governance, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Mining Law. His expertise in the energy and natural resources sector, particularly mining, has been acknowledged by Legal 500 Canada and Chambers Canada. Furthermore, Chambers Global has highlighted his acumen in international and cross-border mining transactions, underscoring his global perspective.

His educational background is equally impressive, with degrees from Columbia Law School and the University of Toronto, coupled with an undergraduate degree from Harvard University. Fred's admission to the British Columbia bar in 1993 marked the beginning of a distinguished career that has significantly impacted British Columbia's business landscape, evidenced by his inclusion in Business in Vancouver’s BC 500 list of influential business leaders.

Fred's areas of expertise are broad and varied, encompassing not only mining but also mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and shareholder activism. His proficiency extends to corporate governance, commercial contracts, and the intricacies of initial public offerings and capital markets. Fred's involvement in international business and human rights further showcases his commitment to ethical legal practice on a global scale. Through his Law Corporation, Fred continues to offer top-tier legal services, making significant contributions to the legal and business communities.