Emma Newbery

Emma, an integral part of Dentons, lends her expertise to the Banking and Finance as well as the Restructuring, Insolvency, and Bankruptcy groups. She plays a crucial role in advising financial entities, private financiers, and borrowers on commercial lending issues. Emma's acumen in crafting, negotiating, and executing financial contracts, including loan documentation and security measures, sets her apart. Her proficiency extends into managing credit and debt recovery, ensuring security enforcement, and navigating through bankruptcy, receivership, and restructuring law, alongside pertinent litigation.

Her courtroom presence is notable, with appearances in both the Supreme Court of British Columbia and the British Columbia Court of Appeal. Emma's journey with Dentons began with her summer and articling positions before she ascended to her current role as an associate.

Emma's professional portfolio is diverse and impactful. She has provided counsel to the developers behind a significant 7-tower, 1,100-home project in Vancouver, assisting with their CA$750 million in financing deals. Emma's guidance was instrumental for Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation in acquiring Vancouver Aquarium assets, marking a significant transaction in the tourism sector. Her advisory role extended to the Bank of Montreal for a substantial loan arrangement, facilitating a landmark investment by Indigenous groups in the seafood industry through the acquisition of Clearwater Seafoods.

Her legal expertise supported Quest University Canada through a restructuring phase under the CCAA. Emma also advised the Receiver for Yukon Zinc Corporation, aiding in the mine's stabilization and sale process. Her involvement with Alvarez & Marsal Canada in the Miniso Group's CCAA proceedings showcases her capability in complex corporate restructuring. Additionally, Emma co-counseled for Ascent Industries Corp., guiding through its restructuring efforts, and assisted Rokstad Power Corporation & Affiliates in a pivotal reacquisition, demonstrating her acumen in facilitating business continuity and growth.

Emma's academic credentials are equally impressive, with a cum laude JD from the University of Ottawa, where she consistently ranked at the top of her class, and a BA with distinction from Western University. Her intellectual contributions include co-authoring insightful articles on insolvency law, showcasing her depth of knowledge and commitment to advancing legal understanding.

Her involvement with the Law Society of British Columbia, alongside presenting at significant legal conferences and holding a board position with Girls to the Power of Math, illustrates her dedication to professional development and community service. Emma's legal practice encompasses a broad spectrum, focusing on banking and finance, corporate law, restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy, underpinned by her linguistic proficiency in English, ensuring comprehensive and accessible legal counsel.