Atty. John W. Torrey

Atty. John W. Torrey

One of Canada’s most highly regarded lending lawyers, John Torrey has a practice focused exclusively on lending transactions. With experience in all areas of lending, John has particular expertise in project and acquisition financings and in all aspects of mine finance.

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About John W. Torrey at a glance

John W. Torrey is a business and environmental attorney, practicing at Fasken. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mining Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • One of Canada’s most highly regarded lending lawyers, John Torrey has a practice focused exclusively on lending transactions
  • With experience in all areas of lending, John has particular expertise in project and acquisition financings and in all aspects of mine finance
  • John acts on behalf of both borrowers and lenders and has extensive experience with a broad range of financings in a broad range of industries
  • The mine finance practice of John and his colleagues is amongst the most active in Canada
  • John is supported by a team of talented and experienced colleagues allowing for consistently responsive and cost-effective representation
  • John regularly represents, or acts opposite, many, if not most, of the banks active in Canada
  • John is also very familiar with counsel active in this area
  • John’s familiarity with those active in Canadian lending consistently proves an asset in effective and efficient file management

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Torrey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W. Torrey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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What practice areas does John W. Torrey handle?
John W. Torrey focuses on business, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
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What awards or recognition has John W. Torrey received?
John W. Torrey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mining Law; Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law; Best Lawyers in America — Project Finance Law; Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mining Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Project Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Project Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2013
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2010

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