

Partner at Bennett Jones LLP
William S. Osler is a seasoned lawyer specializing in public and private mergers and acquisitions, securities law, and corporate governance, with a distinguished focus on the oil and gas sector. As a trusted advisor at Bennett Jones LLP, Will brings extensive expertise in domestic and cross-border joint bidding and co-ownership structures, covering partnerships and joint ventures for major industry clients.
With a robust track record in equity and debt offerings, Will advises both issuers and underwriters and has played a crucial role in several of Canada’s largest recent initial public offerings. His comprehensive knowledge of capital markets ensures clients receive top-tier counsel on complex transactions.
Will Osler is widely recognized by leading legal directories, including Chambers Global: The World’s Leading Lawyers for Business (Corporate/M&A), The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory (Corporate Finance & Securities), Lexpert Special Edition: Canada’s Leading Energy Lawyers, Lexpert Special Edition: Canada’s Leading Infrastructure Lawyers, Who’s Who Legal: Canada (Capital Markets), and Best Lawyers in Canada (Mergers and Acquisitions).
He has previously served as co-head of the firm’s Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions practice, as well as on the firm’s Partnership Board from 2009 to 2011. Beyond his legal practice, Will is actively involved in community leadership, currently serving as Vice-Chair of the Calgary Stampede and as a director of the Kidney Foundation of Canada Southern Alberta Branch.
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