Stewart Muglich

Stewart Muglich stands at the forefront of three vital practice groups: Corporate Finance + Securities, Mergers + Acquisitions, and Cannabis. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in the Corporate/Commercial Practice Group. Since 2016, his expertise has been acknowledged annually by Best Lawyers in Canada, a testament to his proficiency in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law.

With a career spanning nearly three decades, Stewart is a seasoned expert in guiding clients through the complexities of corporate finance and securities, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, and transitions to private operations. His client roster is diverse, encompassing sectors such as energy, forestry, industrial, life sciences (including pharmaceuticals), mining, and technology. Stewart's transactional experience is extensive, handling deals from modest hundreds of thousands to the staggering scale of over a billion dollars.

Renowned for his skill in managing public and private offerings and various financings, Stewart adeptly navigates exempt, registered, Rule 144A, Regulation S, and initial public offerings. His expertise benefits both issuers and investment bankers. In the arena of proxy contests and takeover bids, both hostile and negotiated, Stewart offers strategic counsel. His experience includes representing incumbents, challengers, and special committees, each with their distinct challenges and requirements.