DLA Piper adds Corporate Partner Andrew Elbaz in Toronto
TORONTO, Nov. 3, 2026 /CNW/ -- DLA Piper has added Andrew Elbaz as a Partner in its Corporate practice in Toronto, further strengthening the firm's domestic and cross-border capital markets, M&A, and private equity capabilities.
Elbaz advises public companies and investment banks on capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings and public and private financings, and private companies on going public transactions. His M&A and private equity practice includes advising private equity firms on acquisitions in Canada, the US, and abroad, as well as advising their portfolio companies on M&A and corporate matters. His practice spans the technology, sports, mining, oil and gas, and healthcare industries, among others. He regularly represents Canadian, US, and international issuers seeking access to the Canadian and US capital markets.
Elbaz also advises boards of directors and special committees on corporate governance matters, as well as clients on continuous disclosure obligations, regulatory compliance, and other corporate and securities law matters.
"Andrew's arrival reflects our continued investment in Canada and our focus on connecting clients with the capabilities and reach of the firm globally," said Russel Drew, DLA Piper's Canada CEO. "We are pleased to have Andrew join our market leading capital markets practice".
DLA Piper advises on all aspects of financing, across borders, sectors, and financial products. The firm's lawyers advise issuers, underwriters, selling shareholders, sponsors, arrangers, lead managers, originators, dealers, trustees, and depositaries on a broad range of capital markets offerings, including equity, equity-linked and debt securities, structured and project financings, and securitizations. The firm's interdisciplinary approach enables it to provide seamless strategic advice across many areas of the law, finding innovative solutions to complex issues and delivering bespoke financing strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
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