Mary Buttery

Mary: A Titan in Commercial Litigation

Mary's career in commercial litigation is nothing short of impressive. Her forte lies in tackling intricate, multi-party commercial disputes and class actions. She's also carved a niche in restructuring and insolvency, not to mention her prowess in dealing with the enforcement of foreign judgments and fraud cases.

A Trusted Advisor in Financial Turbulence

Mary's expertise extends to guiding financial institutions, debtors, creditors, receivers, and trustees through the complexities of debt restructuring and corporate reorganizations. She's the go-to for loan workouts, bankruptcy, and receivership matters. Her role is crucial for clients grappling with financial challenges, or those impacted by the insolvency of customers or suppliers.

Courtroom Veteran with a National Reputation

Her courtroom appearances span all levels in Canada, even leading cases in the Supreme Court. Mary's legal acumen has been showcased in high-profile class actions, notably involving opioid crises, automobile parts, and electronic price fixing.

Diverse Sector Experience and Legal Acumen

Mary's legal journey has seen her involved in a wide range of sectors. She's significantly contributed to cases in cannabis, mining, retail, real estate, and forestry. Her versatility in handling various sectors underscores her exceptional legal skill.

Educator and Award-Winning Lawyer

Not only a legal practitioner, Mary has also contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia, teaching insolvency law. Her expertise hasn't gone unnoticed; she's been a recipient of several prestigious awards. Lexpert honored her as a “Rising Star – Leading Lawyer Under 40” and she received their Zenith Award in 2013. Additionally, she was recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Litigation by Benchmark Canada.