Daryna Kutsyna

Daryna Kutsyna, a notable associate within the Business Law Group in Toronto, excels in advising clients on intricate commercial transactions, especially within structured finance and capital markets. Her proficiency in navigating complex financial landscapes has positioned her as a go-to advisor for both domestic and international securitizations across various asset classes, including notable dealings in trade receivables facilities, global debt issuances, and covered bond programs.

Her role has been pivotal in several landmark transactions, such as the $3.1 billion public offering of Bank of Montreal common shares by BMO Nesbitt Burns, and the multi-jurisdictional issuances of Credit Card Receivables-Backed Notes involving the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and CARDS II Trust. Daryna's expertise also extends to facilitating cross-border private placements of Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities for the Royal Bank of Canada and Real Estate Asset Liquidity Trust (REAL-T), among other significant projects.

Daryna's educational background is as impressive as her professional achievements. She is an alumnus of the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and participated in the Davies Corporate/Securities Moot, where she was recognized as the top Oralist. Additionally, Daryna holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts with high distinction from Trinity College at the University of Toronto and is fluent in both Russian and Ukrainian, adding a valuable linguistic and cultural dimension to her legal practice.

A member of the Law Society of Ontario, the Canadian Bar Association, and the Ontario Bar Association, Daryna is also actively involved with Women in Capital Markets (WCM) and Women in Securitization (WIS), reflecting her commitment to excellence and diversity in the legal and financial sectors. Her ability to blend stakeholder relations experience with sharp business acumen ensures personalized and effective support for clients, making Daryna Kutsyna a distinguished figure in Toronto's legal landscape.