Andrew Biderman

Andrew presides as the Chair of the Banking & Financial Services Group at Torkin Manes, dedicating his extensive 25-year career to the intricacies of debt financing. His expertise encompasses a vast array of loan transactions, from secured and unsecured dealings to acquisition financing, as well as syndicated, cross-border, and asset-based lending, alongside vendor-take-back agreements and divestitures within restructuring scenarios.

Catering to a diverse clientele that spans public entities, private sector businesses, and institutional organizations, Andrew's deep dive into loan matters equips him to navigate the intricate debtor-creditor dynamics. His approach is rooted in delivering strategic, pragmatic advice aimed at reducing risks and costs for his clients while enhancing their financial outcomes all without sacrificing quality service. His clients value his immediate availability, his ability to represent any party in a transaction, his willingness to work with all involved for the best possible outcomes, and his collaborative spirit, all contributing to swift and friendly resolutions.

Andrew's domain expertise includes a focus on Mergers & Acquisitions as well as Banking & Financial Services, evidencing a broad understanding of the field.

His professional background is solid, marked by his admission to the Ontario Bar in 2000, preceded by an LLB from the University of Toronto in 1998 and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors from the University of Western Ontario in 1995, underlining his comprehensive preparation for a distinguished legal career.