Dentons, Canada’s Global Law Firm, is pleased to announce the arrival of Rick Pawluk as a partner in the Corporate group in Calgary. With over 30 years of experience, Rick has an impressive track record of advising both public and private companies in corporate finance and securities transactions, including public and private M&A,  takeover bids, business combinations, initial public offerings, equity and debt financings. His extensive experience spans various sectors, including energy, oil and gas, mining, biotechnology and agribusiness. 

Rick also has significant international stock exchange listing experience including on the Hong Kong, London, AIM, New York and NASDAQ stock exchanges. He has acted for many reporting issuers from incorporation to completion of their initial public offering and beyond and, over his career, has led financing and other transactions totaling several billion dollars. He regularly advises public companies as to ongoing regulatory compliance and corporate governance matters and has acted for boards of directors and special committees in a variety of transactions. 

"I am thrilled to join Dentons, a firm whose excellent reputation and expansive geographic reach align seamlessly with my experience handling cross-border matters,” said Rick Pawluk. “I look forward to collaborating with colleagues in the Corporate group and across practices to continue delivering strategic counsel to clients on domestic and multi-jurisdictional transactions.” 

“Rick is a well-regarded business lawyer who brings valuable expertise to our corporate team,” said Leanne Krawchuk, National Leader of the Corporate group. “His ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and his commitment to client success will undoubtedly enhance our team's capabilities and strengthen our service offerings in Alberta and beyond.” 

George Tai, Calgary Managing Partner, added, “Rick brings the drive, expertise and connections needed to support our clients and contribute to the Firm’s continued success. We are pleased to welcome him as he embarks on this next chapter of his career with us.” 

Dentons Canada’s Corporate Group is recognized for its consistent ability to structure, negotiate and close complex or routine transactions efficiently and effectively. Our team advises on a wide range of issues and transactions including public and private M&A, private equity/venture capital, cross-border expansion, securities, corporate finance, joint ventures and partnerships, franchising, outsourcing, corporate governance and compliance and corporate reorganizations and restructurings. 

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