Elizabeth Earon

Elizabeth, often referred to as Beth, stands out in the field of commercial real estate law. Her expertise spans across leasing, buying and selling transactions, and financing, serving a diverse clientele that includes pension funds, lenders, and various institutional investors, as well as landlords and tenants both domestically and internationally.

Beth's passion particularly shines in the realm of leasing. She has skillfully represented both property owners and lessees in various capacities, from sale and leaseback deals to lease financings, and from negotiations of leases across office, industrial, and retail spaces to handling lease amendments, subleases, and assignments.

Her recent work showcases her versatility and depth of experience. Beth played a pivotal role in Sycamore Partners' strategic acquisition of Lowe's Canadian operations and was instrumental in the C$4.9-billion procurement of Northview Apartment REIT by Starlight Investments and KingSett Capital. Her advisory was crucial for Americold Realty Trust's expansion via Nova Cold Logistics, and she facilitated DSV Solutions Inc.'s significant sale and leaseback transaction in Milton, Ontario.

Beth's expertise also extends to advising prominent restaurant groups like Cactus Restaurant Group for their nationwide leases, including those under the "Cactus Club Cafe" banner. She has provided key leasing counsel to one of the world's largest food companies for its Canadian retail locations and played a significant role in shaping the future campus of Collège Boréal in Toronto's Distillery District.

Her involvement in high-profile transactions, such as JCF Capital ULC's acquisition of the debt on Trump International Hotel and Tower and Sun Life Assurance Company's real property financings, underscores her capacity to navigate complex deals. Beth's contributions to the acquisition, financing, and privatization of numerous properties for TransGlobe Apartment REIT, as well as her advisory work for the Ontario Pension Board's significant purchase of Erin Mills Town Centre, further highlight her proficiency.

Beth's recognition as a leading real estate lawyer by Best Lawyers in Canada 2024 reflects her standing in the legal community. Her contributions to professional education through publications and speaking engagements on topics such as leasehold mortgages and tenant exit strategies demonstrate her commitment to advancing the field.

With an impressive educational background, including a JD from Osgoode Hall Law School and a BA in International Relations from the University of Toronto, Beth's legal practice is marked by a deep understanding of both the technical aspects and the broader implications of real estate transactions. Her work across acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, and financing showcases a comprehensive approach to the dynamic field of commercial real estate.