Isabel Henkelman

Isabel Henkelman, thriving within McCarthy Tétrault’s Real Property and Planning Group in Toronto, has become a pivotal figure for clients navigating the complex landscape of commercial real estate transactions. Since her Ontario bar admission in 2012, Isabel's practice has spanned across purchasing, selling, financing, and developing diverse real estate assets. Her clientele, ranging from pension funds to private equity firms, developers, and REITs, relies on her for her deep market insight and straightforward counsel on intricate commercial dealings.

Isabel's role extends significantly into the realms of real estate private equity, funds, and joint ventures, showcasing her adeptness in structuring collaborations through various arrangements. Her ability to merge legal expertise with practical advice on mergers and acquisitions related to real estate further underscores her comprehensive approach.

Clients and peers alike commend Isabel for her organizational skills, self-sufficiency in managing projects, and her proactive approach to meeting client needs. Her involvement in substantial transactions, like advising on the joint venture that led to the first closing of the RBC Canadian Core Real Estate Fund, drawing over $1.25 billion in equity commitments, exemplifies her capacity to handle high-stakes deals.

Isabel's contributions to the real estate landscape include facilitating the establishment of multiple Graywood Funds and advising on Brookfield Asset Management's monumental acquisition of Enercare Inc. Her strategic guidance was crucial in the development and acquisition projects undertaken by Slate Asset Management, Stelco Inc., and Carttera Private Equities, among others.

Her educational background from Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia, coupled with her active involvement in McCarthy Tétrault’s student committee and the Toronto office’s Parenthood Group, reflects her commitment not only to her profession but also to nurturing the next generation of legal talent.

Recognized for her ability to deliver results efficiently and her knack for 'getting things done,' Isabel stands out as a trusted advisor in Canada's real estate sector. Her expertise not only aids clients in achieving their business objectives but also contributes to shaping the commercial real estate landscape in Toronto and beyond.