Alisse Elliott

Alisse Elliott, a dynamic associate in the realm of corporate law, stands out for her deep dive into capital markets and mergers and acquisitions. Her expertise doesn't just stop at navigating complex legal terrains; she also excels in offering strategic commercial counsel across a spectrum of corporate, commercial, and securities law issues. This includes, but is not limited to, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, ensuring compliance with stock exchange listings, fortifying corporate governance, and managing continuous disclosure obligations.

Alisse's portfolio of work is as impressive as her commitment to her clients. She was instrumental in Sun Life's strategic C$365 million takeover of Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., marking a significant foray into Canada's leading health and wellness virtual care platform. Her legal acumen also facilitated the successful sale of Champion Petfoods to Mars Petcare, a subsidiary of the global giant Mars, Incorporated.

In the financial sector, Alisse played a pivotal role in the Bank of Montreal's acquisition of Radicle Group Inc., positioning the bank at the forefront of sustainability advisory services and emissions management in Calgary's competitive market. Furthermore, her involvement in Majesco Canada's procurement of Global IQX Inc. showcases her knack for guiding transactions in the insurtech space, emphasizing AI-driven solutions for employee benefits sales and underwriting.

Alisse's contributions extend to capital markets, where she represented National Bank Financial, Scotiabank, CIBC Capital Markets, BMO Capital Markets, and their underwriting syndicate in Premium Brands Holdings Corporation’s C$150 million public offering of 5.40% convertible unsecured subordinated debentures, underscoring her versatility and depth of knowledge in securities law.

Beyond her client work, Alisse's professional growth is marked by a notable secondment at the Ontario Securities Commission within the Enforcement branch, where she honed her skills in regulatory compliance and enforcement.

Alisse's educational background is as robust as her professional experiences. She enriched her legal expertise with an intensive course in Canadian Securities Law at Osgoode Hall Law School in 2019, following her graduation with a JD from Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University in 2018, and a BA from the University of Western Ontario in 2014. Certified to practice law in Ontario since 2019, Alisse Elliott's trajectory in corporate law is distinguished by her strategic approach, comprehensive legal understanding, and dedication to advancing her clients' interests in the complex and evolving world of corporate law.