Johnny Sabetti

John Sabetti stands out in the legal field with his deep involvement in securities, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate commercial law. His proficiency spans guiding pivotal initial public offerings, structuring private placements, and orchestrating acquisition financing. Sabetti's leadership shines in take-over bids, stitching together business combinations, orchestrating debt offerings, and managing redomiciling transactions with unmatched expertise.

Sabetti has become a cornerstone for public companies and some of Canada’s heavyweight private corporations, along with their shareholders, across a spectrum of corporate affairs. His advice shapes joint ventures and shareholder arrangements, guiding the buying and selling of businesses and steering corporate reorganizations. His influence spreads across multiple industries, from manufacturing and technology to the niche sector of construction equipment rental.

With a strong foothold in capital markets, Sabetti has propelled numerous public and private capital raising endeavors across diverse sectors such as mining, healthcare, and technology. His legal acumen has benefited a vast array of clients in the mining sector, including renowned names like Golden Star Resources Ltd. and First Quantum Minerals, alongside notable investment dealers like BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

Sabetti's foresight has been crucial in the architecture of investment funds and structured products, leading initial public offerings for closed-end funds and real estate investment vehicles, amassing over $4 billion in gross proceeds. His visionary role in the burgeoning Canadian cannabis industry encompasses structuring go-public transactions and financing ancillary businesses, playing a pivotal role in the sector's consolidation and growth.

Beyond traditional sectors, Sabetti has advised on financing solutions for automotive finance companies, pioneering commercial paper programs and developing novel finance structures. His legal prowess also extends to sports, playing a key role in the formation and expansion of the Canadian Elite Basketball League.

Sabetti’s recognition in the Best Lawyers for his contributions to Mining Law and Natural Resources Law, and his listing in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for Mergers & Acquisitions, underlines his standing in the legal community. His client engagements span significant transactions, advising on acquisitions and public offerings for companies like RAB Capital and Research Capital Corporation, evidencing his pivotal role in major deals.

His educational journey through Osgoode Hall Law School, paired with an MBA and BComm from York University and the University of Toronto respectively, underpins his vast knowledge base. Affiliations with prestigious associations underscore his esteemed position in the legal landscape.

Sabetti’s contributions to the legal discourse, from IPO guidance to regulatory insights, and his active participation in seminars and speaking engagements, reflect his commitment to advancing legal knowledge. His expertise not only navigates clients through complex transactions but also shapes the broader legal frameworks within which industries operate.