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Jessica MacKinnon

Associate

403.260.0112
jmackinnon@bdplaw.com

Education:
University of Calgary, Juris Doctor, 2021

University of Calgary, Bachelor of Arts, 2017

Bar admission: Alberta, 2022
Industries:
Aerospace, Agribusiness, food and beverage, Franchises, dealerships and distributorships, Construction, Financial services, Oil and gas, Power, Real estate, Renewables and energy transition, Start-up and early-stage companies, Technology
Practice areas:
Banking and finance, Project finance, Litigation and dispute resolution, Securities litigation, Restructuring and insolvency

Experience

Jessica’s practice focuses on restructuring and commercial litigation, including commercial bankruptcy and insolvency. She acts for lenders, debtors and restructuring professionals, including trustees, monitors and receivers. Jessica has experience in insolvency proceedings under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), and court-appointed receiverships, particularly in the energy sector. Her litigation practice involves advising on disputes, debtor/creditor claims, oil and gas and amalgamations under the Canada Business Corporations Act and the Alberta Business Corporations Act. Jesica also has experience in the financial services sector, acting for both lenders and debtors in secured financings, including bilateral and syndicated credit facilities and debt workout matters.

Professional involvement

Professional Associations

  • Member, Calgary Bar Association 
  • Board Member and Secretary, Dinos Fastball Association