Jeffrey Citron

Jeffrey M. Citron, a key partner in his Toronto firm, wields significant influence in both the Real Estate and Banking and Financial Services sectors. His impressive portfolio showcases a solid track record of representing an elite clientele, including developers, builders, and various land and building proprietors, in navigating the complexities of high-stakes real estate ventures. These projects span residential, subdivision, condominium, and a plethora of mixed-use developments.

His legal acumen shines brightly in commercial real estate and the development of residential subdivision lands, where Jeffrey champions the interests of builders and developers across a multitude of projects and joint venture engagements. He is particularly skilled in devising and executing co-ownerships, joint ventures, and limited partnership arrangements for the procurement and development of both high-rise and low-rise residential projects.

Jeffrey's expertise also extends to secured financings, encompassing real and personal property transactions, acquisitions, dispositions, and the financing of real estate ventures. He plays a pivotal role in several syndicated loan transactions, providing counsel to commercial lenders from both Canada and the U.S. on diverse commercial, mixed-use, and specialty asset investments. His advice is regularly sought after by major Canadian institutions for syndicated, club, and bilateral debt financings, including construction loans aimed at residential, commercial, and industrial developments.

Since 1995, Jeffrey has served Canada's largest bank, representing the cream of Ontario's land developers and builders. His portfolio also includes advising life insurance companies, institutions, and private lenders on various commercial loan transactions.

Recognition for Jeffrey's contributions to Real Estate Law is widespread, with Lexpert® naming him one of Canada’s leading practitioners. He has consistently appeared in the Best Lawyers in Canada listings from 2011 to 2019. His expertise in Real Estate Law has been acknowledged by Best Lawyers in Canada continuously from 2012 to 2024, and he earned a nod for his work in Sports Law from 2008 to 2012. The Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory highlighted his prowess in Property Development during 2015 and 2016, and he is Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished® Peer Review Rated.

Jeffrey's commitment to his field is further evidenced by his active membership in several prestigious associations, including the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the Canadian Bar Association, the Greater Toronto Homebuilders Association, and The Law Society of Ontario. His profound impact on the legal landscape, especially in commercial real estate and financial services, is undeniable.