February 28, 2022

Credit facility to Blackstone

Goodmans LLP represented Royal Bank of Canada, Citibank, Deutsche Bank Canada and Deutsche Bank New York, in connection with a $1.5 billion senior credit facility to finance the purchase by Blackstone of approximately 185 industrial assets purchased from Cominar REIT, and represented Royal Bank of Canada in connection with a $250 million mezzanine loan facility related to such purchase.

"The Real Estate practice at Goodmans is smart, technical and practical. They are incredibly service oriented and focused on delivering the best advice that is thoughtful and will help achieve business objectives." — The Legal 500 Canada
Goodmans' municipal law group is undoubtedly the industry's leading team. — Chambers Canada
It is unquestionably a leading firm when it comes to complex real estate acquisition, divestiture and development matters. — Chambers Canada
One of the pleasures of dealing with Goodmans is the breadth and depth of the team. The zoning/land use team is the best in Canada, in my opinion. — Chambers Canada
Goodmans LLP is a stellar outfit for acquisition, joint venture, sale and financing transactions, counting its commanding position within the REIT and hospitality markets among its key points of differentiation. — Legal 500 Canada
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One client noted, "We have been extremely pleased with service and support levels," adding "Goodmans provide practical and balanced advice." — Chambers Canada
Clients note, "Goodmans are very professional, strategic and proactive in counselling us on our land use requirements." — Chambers Canada
...frequently mandated on major hotel deals and represents an impressive roster of pension funds, asset managers, REITs and other institutional players. — Chambers Canada
The real estate team is skilled at advising on acquisitions, sales, joint ventures and financing of single assets and portfolios of properties across the country and internationally, but is perhaps best-known for its expertise of REITs and the hospitality industry. — The Legal 500 Canada
The real estate team at Goodmans LLP brings together expertise across capital markets, REITs, municipal and tax law to assist developers, financial institutions, pension funds and governments on the gamut of real estate transactions and construction matters. — The Legal 500 Canada
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