Karen Rosen

Karen is a standout member of the Business Law Group, with a significant focus on corporate and commercial lending. Her collaborative approach with clients encompasses comprehensive advice on various aspects of finance, including syndicated and mezzanine financing, asset-based and aircraft financing.

Renowned for her strategic, business-oriented insights, Karen excels in guiding clients through mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, private equity investments, and corporate restructuring. Her expertise extends to commercial agreements, shareholder issues, and the intricacies of aircraft transactions.

Both public and private entities, along with financial institutions, seek Karen's counsel for her adeptness in devising creative financing strategies that span both Canadian and international borders. Her practice is broad, serving a diverse range of industries from solar energy to e-commerce, showcasing her ability to offer tailored solutions across the board.

Karen's recognition in the legal community is widespread, highlighted by her accolades in The Best Lawyers™ in Canada and the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory for her contributions to banking and finance law. Her involvement with the Toronto Opinions Group and her active participation in various facets of her firm, including branding and professional development, underscore her commitment to her profession.

Karen's legal education was completed at Osgoode Hall Law School, followed by her admittance to the Ontario Bar in 1998. Her foundational studies in Philosophy and Political Science were conducted at the University of Western Ontario, complemented by an overseas study program in Israel.

A respected member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Bar Association, Karen's accolades include several prestigious awards recognizing her excellence and contributions to law. Her role as Vice-President and Director at the Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School highlights her dedication to community involvement.

Karen's expertise is sought after in speaking engagements and publications, where she shares her knowledge on transaction opinions and the nuances of finance law. Her practice areas are extensive, covering everything from banking and financial services to corporate governance and energy financing, positioning her as a pivotal figure in the realm of business law.