Aleksandra Finelli

Aleksandra (Aleks) Finelli, a seasoned partner at Gowling WLG, is a driving force within the firm's Real Estate Group. Boasting two decades of expertise, Aleks specializes in commercial real estate, secured lending, and project development, handling a broad spectrum of transactions that range from property acquisitions and sales to land development and financing deals.

Aleks serves a diverse clientele, including private landowners, developers, financial institutions, and multinational corporations. She is particularly noted for her advisory role to some of Canada's leading landlords and tenants on intricate leasing issues across office, retail, and industrial sectors, especially in mixed-use developments. Her prowess extends to facilitating significant national and international M&A transactions.

Her portfolio is enriched by her involvement in public-private partnerships and renewable energy initiatives, such as wind and solar projects, alongside ventures in senior housing and the privatization of gaming facilities. Aleks is distinguished for her ability to navigate through complex transactions from land acquisition to financing and development stages, earning her a reputation for being collaborative, practical, and focused on achieving results.

Clients and peers alike commend Aleks for her dedication to ensuring transactional efficiency and prioritizing client satisfaction through her hands-on, experienced approach. Beyond her professional achievements, Aleks contributes to the real estate community as a member of Toronto Commercial Real Estate Women (Toronto CREW) and as a mentor to upcoming legal professionals.

Fluent in Polish, Aleks's legal journey includes her admission to the Ontario Bar in 2004, following her LLB from the University of Western Ontario in 2003, and a BA (Hons.) from the same institution in 2000. Her career path also features a significant tenure at Bennett Jones LLP, where she evolved from a summer student to a partner, highlighting her exceptional growth and commitment to the field of law.