Heidi Reinhart

Heidi Reinhart excels in the nuanced fields of securities and corporate law, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, both public and private, alongside corporate finance. Her advisory expertise extends to corporate governance and securities regulations, making her a vital asset in our special situations team. This team tackles shareholder activism, defense strategies, and intricate transactions concerning mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.

Throughout her career, Reinhart has skillfully represented both buyers and sellers in various transactions. These range from friendly to hostile mergers and acquisitions, including plans of arrangement, takeover bids, and statutory restructurings. Her role has also seen her act for public companies and underwriters in public offerings, such as initial public offerings, and she has facilitated numerous private placement financings for issuers and investors alike.

Her expertise has not gone unnoticed. The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory has repeatedly recognized her as a leading lawyer in both Corporate Finance and Securities and Mergers & Acquisitions. Additionally, her contributions to the field have been highlighted in the Lexpert Special Edition - Finance and M&A for two consecutive years, 2022 and 2023.

Reinhart's influence extends beyond her client work. She actively participates in pivotal industry bodies, including the Ontario Securities Commission's Securities Advisory Committee and the Toronto Stock Exchange Listing Advisory Committee. Her past roles also include membership in the Ontario Business Law Modernization and Burden Reduction Council, showcasing her commitment to advancing legal practices in her field.

Her leadership qualities are evident in her co-chair position for the NRFC Toronto Students' Committee and her membership in the firm's Partnership Promotions Committee, demonstrating her dedication to nurturing future legal talents.

Reinhart's journey in law began with her education, earning a J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and an LL.B. from the University of Windsor, where she was honored with the Board of Governors’ Medal in Law. She also holds a B.Sc. (Hons.) from the University of Toronto. Since her admission to the Ontario bar in 2006, Reinhart has contributed significantly to the legal landscape.

Her representative experience is vast and varied. Notable clients include the Royal Bank of Canada, for whom she facilitated over C$4.6 billion in domestic and international public offerings. She has been a key player in more than 25 shareholder activism mandates, providing counsel in high-profile defenses and proxy battles. Her involvement in significant IPOs, recapitalizations, and financing transactions further illustrates her wide-ranging expertise and impact on the legal field.

Reinhart's accolades and memberships, including the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Society of Upper Canada, affirm her standing in the legal community. Her distinguished career is a testament to her dedication, expertise, and influence in the realms of corporate and securities law, making her a notable figure in legal circles and beyond.