Leslie Rose

Leslie Rose has carved a niche in corporate/commercial law and the complex realm of mergers and acquisitions, offering unparalleled advice to a prestigious roster of Canada's leading corporations and their stakeholders. This distinguished legal advisor's clientele encompasses both private and public entities, along with high net worth individuals seeking astute legal guidance.

Within the legal landscape, Leslie's expertise spans a vast array of practices. From navigating the intricacies of banking and finance, project financing, and securitization to mastering the challenges of corporate/commercial transactions and litigation, Leslie's acumen is comprehensive. The regulatory advice provided further underscores the depth of knowledge Leslie brings to each case.

Leslie's involvement in significant transactions highlights a career marked by noteworthy achievements. Notable instances include guiding Portway International through its acquisition by Avalara, assisting United Rentals in its monumental $715 million purchase of BakerCorp International Holdings, and steering Mueller Copper Tube Products in its strategic acquisition of Great Lakes Copper. Each of these deals not only showcases Leslie's capability to handle high-stakes negotiations but also reflects a keen strategic vision.

Leslie's legal prowess was also evident in the representation of Lakeside Steel, securing it intervener status in a high-profile dispute, underscoring the ability to achieve client objectives in challenging legal environments. Moreover, the counsel provided to Alegro Health in its significant acquisitions and Timminco in its financing endeavors further exemplifies Leslie's role as a pivotal figure in guiding companies through critical growth and expansion phases.

Educationally rooted with an LLB from the University of Toronto since 1973, Leslie's longstanding affiliation with the Canadian and Ontario Bar Associations marks a commitment to the legal profession's highest standards. This background, coupled with a career distinguished by high-profile client work, positions Leslie Rose as a leading figure in the legal domain, revered for a strategic approach to corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.