Denis Silva

Denis G. Silva is a highly experienced legal professional specializing in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. His practice is notably focused on sectors such as mining, technology, and finance, where he provides comprehensive business law advice to both public and private clients. Denis's expertise covers a broad spectrum of capital markets transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, options and joint ventures, proxy contests, and exchange listings. His proficiency in securities extends to equity and debt securities, having facilitated numerous financing transactions.

His notable experience includes advising on significant transactions such as Nova Royalty's arrangement with Metalla Royalty & Streaming, PODA Holdings' intellectual property sale to Altria Group, and Adventus Mining's deals with Luminex Resources and the financing for the Curipamba copper project, among others. These transactions highlight his ability to handle complex deals involving considerable sums and his capability in guiding companies through critical growth and expansion phases.

Denis has earned recognition in legal directories such as Lexpert and Chambers for his work in mining and corporate mergers & acquisitions, underlining his reputation in the legal community. His bar admission in British Columbia since 2009, combined with his academic background from the University of British Columbia and Queen's University, solidifies his credentials as a top-tier legal advisor.

In addition to his legal acumen, Denis is known for leveraging his network to facilitate deal origination and provide added value to his clients through strategic introductions and revenue generation opportunities. His areas of focus extend to energy and natural resources, corporate finance, private equity, and more, showcasing a broad understanding of the legal landscape and a commitment to supporting his clients' growth and success in various industries.