Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
A lawyer since 2015
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Sabrina is renowned for her adept handling of a broad spectrum of transactions within the capital markets. Her expertise spans guiding clients through the intricacies of public financings, orchestrating mergers and acquisitions, and executing private placements. As a trusted advisor, Sabrina has played a pivotal role in supporting issuers and underwriters alike, facilitating both equity and debt securities placements.
Beyond transactional work, Sabrina offers her clients ongoing counsel on securities law compliance, delving into the nuances of corporate governance and advising on the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concerns.
Her contributions have been instrumental in significant corporate finance endeavors. Notably, Sabrina was integral to the green bond offering by Granite Real Estate Investment Trust, a pioneering move that mobilized C$400 million. Her expertise also supported Sagen MI Canada Inc. and Canadian Banc Corp. in their strategic debentures offerings and share issuances, respectively. Sabrina's acumen was further showcased in aiding Dividend 15 Split Corp. II and Teck Resources Limited in their substantial market offerings, as well as assisting in the sizable secondary offering of Restaurant Brands International Inc. shares.
In the realm of mergers and acquisitions, Sabrina's strategic guidance was key in IGM Financial Inc.'s significant divestiture and H&R REIT's innovative spin-off initiative. She was pivotal in the landmark merger between Agrium Inc. and Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc., and in Element Financial Corporation's strategic demerger, underscoring her versatility and depth of knowledge.
Sabrina's thought leadership extends to her written work, co-authoring insightful pieces on global ESG practices and the potential shifts in diversity disclosure requirements for Canadian companies, contributing valuable perspectives to the discourse on corporate governance.
Her educational background, with a JD/MBA from the University of Toronto and an honors degree from the University of Western Ontario, forms the bedrock of her distinguished career. Admitted to the Ontario Bar in 2015, Sabrina's practice areas cover the gamut from capital markets to mergers and acquisitions, evidencing her comprehensive expertise and dedication to her field.