Paul Muchnik

Paul Muchnik, a distinguished Partner at the Dickinson Wright Toronto office, specializes in the realm of real estate law. His expertise spans a variety of critical areas, including representing banks and other financial institutions in commercial mortgage transactions, and handling the intricate processes of mortgage recovery and resolution. Paul's work encompasses a broad spectrum of high-level commercial real estate dealings, such as property acquisitions, sales, and leasing activities. Beyond transactional work, he is adept at creating financing documents for lenders and offers seasoned advice on regulatory compliance and financing structure.

Paul's legal journey began with an LL.B. from Western University in 1986, and he was subsequently admitted to the Ontario Bar. His practice areas are chiefly focused on real estate, including the pivotal roles of managing property acquisitions and dispositions, as well as overseeing real estate leasing agreements.

Paul's contributions to the field have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by his recognition as a Martindale-Hubbell® Leading Lawyer. His notable assignments include acting as legal counsel for significant commercial mortgage lenders, managing loans upwards of $210 million for apartment building portfolios, and facilitating a $200 million mortgage loan to a commercial landlord tied to a key Ottawa landmark office building. Other noteworthy transactions include a diverse range of financing projects, from high-rise student residences in Toronto to major hotel and shopping center constructions, alongside large-scale lease negotiations for leading retailers, Canada's premier university, and numerous franchisors in the food and beverage sector.

Paul's professional affiliations with the Canadian Bar Association, Ontario Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the International Council of Shopping Centers underscore his commitment to the legal community and his active role in advancing the practice of real estate law.

His insights have also contributed to industry dialogues on important legal developments, such as the Protecting Small Business Act 2020, highlighting his ongoing engagement with critical issues affecting the real estate sector. Since joining Dickinson Wright LLP as a Partner, Paul Muchnik has continued to stand out as a leading figure in real estate law, consistently delivering results that underscore his depth of knowledge, strategic acumen, and dedication to his clients' success.