Organization and dedication are the keys to success. Understanding this, Charlene helps our clients overcome challenges with a systematic and determined approach, reaching goals for our clients in the most practical and efficient way to grow their business.
Charlene has a unique ability to connect with people, ideas and solutions. This allows her to truly understand our clients’ business and protect it with feasible solutions.
Services
Acquisition, sale and/or financing of various commercial real estate properties and a variety of businesses | Corporate structuring, reorganizations, restructuring and amalgamations |
Commercial leases and lease renewals | Buy, sell, lease and finance all types of commercial real estate |
Corporate and commercial agreements, including shareholders agreements, subscription agreements, restrictive covenants and non-competition/solicitation agreements | Negotiate purchase and sale agreements |
Corporate and commercial aspects of tax-related transactions | Negotiate ongoing deal points commencing with due diligence processes through to completion of a purchase or sale |
Researching and preparing opinions on various topics in commercial, real estate and lending law | Negotiate loan commitments and financing documents |
Create and maintain limited partnership, joint venture and trust structures | Raise equity for a variety of real estate investment and development projects through various structures |
Create, maintain and advise mortgage investment corporations and mortgage investment trusts | Identify and comply with securities legislation, rules and regulations applicable to raising equity from investors to invest in real estate |
A sense of dedication and determination defines Charlene’s practice. Charlene’s parents, immigrants who came to Canada with little, instilled in her the value of hard work and sacrifice. She reflects this in her work helping clients through the complexities of commercial real estate and private company transactions.
With a strong work ethic and unique ability to connect with people, Charlene helps to structure effective contracts, transactions and arrangements that benefit the businesses undertaking them, ensuring that they are well-protected and prosperous in their commercial endeavours.
Awards & Distinctions
- Top Oralist Achievement, 2014
- Lorraine Douglass Prize in Real Estate, 2016