Atty. Patrick S. Cleary

Atty. Patrick S. Cleary

Patrick Cleary is a member of Alexander Holburn's Banking + Lending, Real Estate, and Corporate/Commercial Practice Groups. He is also a member of the firm’s Executive team.

22 Years Experience 22 year
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About Patrick S. Cleary at a glance

Patrick S. Cleary is a business and real estate attorney, practicing at Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Alberta, Law Society of Alberta (2004) and British Columbia, Law Society of British Columbia (2005). Educated at University of Calgary (LL.B., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick Cleary is a member of Alexander Holburn's Banking + Lending, Real Estate, and Corporate/Commercial Practice Groups
  • He is also a member of the firm’s Executive team
  • To this end, Patrick has developed widespread experience in all areas of corporate commercial law
  • In particular, he has acted for real estate development clients in the acquisition, disposition, development, leasing and financing of commercial, industrial and residential developments
  • Patrick further applies his corporate knowledge with a focus on banking
  • He represents both lenders and borrowers, assisting them in routine and complex debt financing and secured and unsecured lending transactions
  • In addition, Patrick has been extensively involved in mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, corporate governance issues, joint ventures and negotiating and drafting commercial agreements
  • Notably, Patrick has a keen interest in resolving disputes amicably and negotiating mutually satisfying solutions for clients in all corporate/commercial activities
  • He has acted as counsel in both domestic and international contract negotiations and completed the prestigious Harvard Negotiation Certificate in 2007
  • Further, Patrick has extensive advisory experience in procurement projects
  • Specifically, Patrick has prepared and counselled on requests for proposals, invitations to tender, licensing, outsourcing, telecommunications projects, service level agreements and information technology contracts
  • Prior to joining Alexander Holburn, Patrick gained international business experience with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Management Consultants

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick S. Cleary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick S. Cleary 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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Real Estate Law

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick S. Cleary

What practice areas does Patrick S. Cleary handle?
Patrick S. Cleary focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Patrick S. Cleary practiced law?
Patrick S. Cleary has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Patrick S. Cleary go to law school?
Patrick S. Cleary earned their education at (LL.B., 2003).
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What awards or recognition has Patrick S. Cleary received?
Patrick S. Cleary's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

LL.B.
University of Calgary
- 2003

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alberta, Law Society of Alberta
Admitted: 2004
British Columbia, Law Society of British Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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