Overview

George Benchetrit Partner Lenders, investors, and court-appointed officers seek George's expertise in high-stakes restructuring, insolvency, and commercial litigation matters where the facts are complex, the pressure is high, and the outcomes are crucial. With over 30 years of experience, he brings seasoned judgment, courtroom credibility, and a steady, practical approach to resolving difficult disputes. Known for his direct advice and strong courtroom advocacy, George helps clients cut through complexity by quickly identifying the issues that matter most and assessing merits, costs, and risk to determine the best path forward. He acts for lenders, bondholders, indenture trustees, court-appointed officers, investors, shareholders, and other stakeholders in restructurings, insolvency proceedings, enforcement matters, and major commercial disputes. His practice spans corporate restructurings, bankruptcy and insolvency, creditor-debtor disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, fraud and enforcement matters, and real estate-related disputes. He has represented clients across a broad range of sectors, including retail, construction, real estate, financial

Practice Areas

• Bankruptcy & Insolvency
• Civil Litigation

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1993 (ON)