 Bennett Jones Education Osgoode Hall Law School at York University, JD, 2012 Bar Admissions Alberta, 2013 Gavin prioritizes his clients’ goals through a dynamic and pragmatic approach to corporate and transaction structuring. Working with corporations of all sizes—from closely held family enterprises to multinational industry leaders—Gavin 's expertise and steady guidance helps clients anticipate complexities and navigate intricate transactions seamlessly. Overview With a strategic and solution-oriented mindset, Gavin advises regional, national and international private businesses on acquisitions, divestitures and financing transactions. He has extensive experience structuring deals, negotiating complex purchase agreements to properly allocate liability, and executing transactions with efficiency and precision. His multi-industry expertise spans various sectors, with a particular emphasis on aviation and commercial real estate. Whether facilitating the sale of aircraft and other assets or structuring a business acquisition, he ensures each transaction aligns with their broader business objectives and market positioning. Gavin’s commitment to his clients extends beyond legal structuring—he takes the time to understand their business, competitive landscape and industry challenges. His global perspective allows him to deliver pragmatic, first-class solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a reputation for practical problem-solving and seamless execution, Gavin ensures clients navigate transactions smoothly while safeguarding their business interests. Beyond his legal practice, Gavin is committed to professional leadership and community involvement. He is the past chair of the Canadian Bar Association (Northern Alberta) Business Law section and actively contributes to the legal profession. Currently, Gavin serves as a director and Vice-Chair of the Zebra Child Protection Centre, supporting its mission to provide a safe space for children and families in need. He is also fluent in English, Spanish and French. Mandates Folder • Heidelberg Materials North America in its binding purchase agreement to acquire the Edmonton, Alberta, assets of BURNCO, a successful fifth-generation family-owned construction materials company • The Vendor group on the sale of the shares of Pacific Northwest Moving (Yukon) Limited and it's subsidiaries to Mullen Group Ltd. • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of New Bombardier Global 7500 directly from the manufacturer • Hillcore Group in its acquisition of SITE Resource Group, a diverse service provider providing infrastructure, piling, foundation, environmental, and civil services in Western Canada and Puerto Rico. • Hillcore Group in its acquisition of White Water Management, a leading fluid management business in Western Canada, and the business of its subsidiary, Catalyst Production Systems. • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of a Bombardier Challenger 650 • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of a Bombardier Challenger 350 • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of a new Bell 429 from the manufacturer • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of a Textron Hawker 800XP • Private Seller in its sale of a Cessna Citation Sovereign • Private Purchaser in its acquisition of a fleet of Bell 412 and Airbus AS350 helicopters • Pet Planet, Pet Planet Franchise and PETSLink Distribution, in its sale of its franchising business to affiliates of Resilient Management • Hillcore Group in its acquisition of CEDA, a leading service provider specialized in providing industrial maintenance, turnaround and environmental services in Western Canada. • Drayden Insurance Ltd. in the sale of all of its shares to McDougall Insurance Brokers Limited ("McDougall"), a subsidiary of Definity Financial Corporation, for $208-million. • Hillcore Management Corporation in closing the acquisition of Midlite Construction Ltd. and its subsidiary TND Rentals & Supplies Ltd. by way of Share Purchase. • Norwesco Canada Ltd. in its $8.75-million acquisition of Xactics International Inc. • Powell Industries, Inc. in the sale of its Canadian valve subsidiary to Tundra Process Solutions Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Wajax Corporation. |