Jonathan Feldman

Jon Feldman, a leading partner at Goodmans, orchestrates the business law group with a keen focus on corporate and securities law, particularly shining in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) arena. His adeptness in steering both buyers and sellers through the complexities of private and public M&A transactions across diverse industries sets him apart. Jon's prowess is not confined to M&A; he is also a recognized authority in shareholder activism in Canada, skillfully representing both dissident shareholders and boards in significant proxy contests and offering strategic counsel in litigation matters that demand profound corporate and securities law expertise.

Prior to his tenure at Goodmans, which began in 2004, Jon enriched his knowledge and honed his skills in M&A at White & Case LLP in New York. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, with accolades from Chambers Canada, The Legal 500 Canada, IFLR1000, and several other prestigious legal publications, underscoring his expertise in corporate/commercial law, corporate M&A, and more.

Jon's proficiency encompasses a broad spectrum of areas, including acquisitions and dispositions, capital markets, and entertainment, extending to private equity and venture capital, real estate, REITS, and income securities. Noteworthy among his many significant cases are his involvement in Dye & Durham Limited's $90 million offering of convertible debentures and Cineplex Inc.'s sale of Player One Amusement Group to OpenGate Capital for $155 million, illustrating his capacity to navigate high-stakes transactions.

A slew of awards and recognitions speak to Jon's standing in the legal community, including being honored as one of Lexpert’s Rising Stars: Leading Lawyers Under 40 and consistently being acknowledged in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and Best Lawyers in Canada for his exceptional work in corporate governance, M&A, and more.

Beyond his casework, Jon is deeply committed to the legal and wider community. He's been an adjunct professor and president of the Alumni Association at the University of Toronto Law School, where he was awarded for outstanding voluntary service. Additionally, Jon's dedication extends to serving on the boards of the York School and Baycrest Foundation and co-founding the Barrie to Baycrest 100km annual bike ride, raising substantial funds for Baycrest hospital in Toronto.

Educated at the University of Toronto and McGill University, with further studies at L'Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris, Jon's extensive education forms the bedrock of his legal expertise. Licensed to practice in Ontario and New York, his professional affiliations span the Law Society of Ontario, New York Bar Association, and more.

Jon's insights into shareholder activism and Canadian M&A market developments are widely sought after, with his contributions featuring in various publications and at conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing understanding in his fields of expertise.