To help clients unlock more value in Alberta’s dynamic and evolving energy sector, McCarthy Tétrault has added veteran energy transactional lawyer John E. Piasta to its Calgary office in the Business Law and Energy groups.

John is a highly skilled and well regarded M&A and capital markets practitioner, working with major players in the energy industry. His transactional expertise and knowledge of capital markets make him a respected and strategic advisor to senior corporate decision makers, helping them raise capital and stay competitive while growing to meet the demands of the global energy transition.

John advises issuers and investment dealers on public and private debt and equity offerings, regulatory compliance, and financial services. Public and private entities retain him for ongoing corporate and securities law compliance, as well as corporate governance and security-holder matters. In M&A, John guides clients through the legal and business nuances of both corporate and asset acquisitions and dispositions.

“We’re always looking for opportunities to enhance our service offerings for clients both nationally and regionally,” said Brett Anderson, Regional Managing Partner for Alberta. “John is a fantastic lawyer and a perfect fit for our team and clients. His skill in M&A and capital markets is exceptional and his intimate knowledge of Alberta’s energy sector make him a highly sought after advisor and strategist. We’re all looking forward to working together.”

“Our Calgary office has grown over the last few years as we’ve brought in talented lawyers with both regional expertise and national clout to help our clients grow in new and exciting ways,” adds Éric Gosselin, National Practice Group Leader for McCarthy Tétrault’s Business Law Group. “John’s transactional expertise will add to the breadth and depth of our M&A, securities, and capital markets teams, and his regional and sector experience will help ensure our clients have integrated support across the country, more specifically in the energy and energy transition sectors.”

Widely considered a market leader in providing legal support to the energy industry, our team helps clients make their most ambitious objectives a reality. From supporting the development, construction and financing of exciting and transformational projects to helping clients manage their projects’ social and environmental impacts, we have the expertise and foresight to mitigate risks and add value. We support developers, equity investors, lenders, major industrial and commercial users, operators, governments and government agencies with comprehensive insights into policies, key players, and stakeholders to successfully move energy projects through their life cycles. Learn more about how our team can help you.

About McCarthy Tétrault

McCarthy Tétrault LLP provides a broad range of legal services, providing strategic and industry-focused advice and solutions for Canadian and international interests. The Firm has substantial presence in Canada’s major commercial centres as well as in New York City and London.

Built on an integrated approach to the practice of law and delivery of innovative client services, the Firm brings its legal talent, industry insight and practice experience to help clients achieve the results that are important to them.

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