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Robert Iaccino Toronto Lawyer

Robert Iaccino

Partner Fasken
It is crucial to understand repair and maintenance obligations in commercial leases as well as the issues surrounding the return of a commercial space at the end of a lease.
Jurisdiction Ontario, 2013
Language(s) English
Office(s) Toronto
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Overview

Robert Iaccino's practice primarily centers around leasing and construction law, complemented by substantial experience in the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties.

Robert represents tenants, landlords and property managers in a variety of commercial leasing matters for all property types, including office, retail, industrial and mixed-use. He also has broad experience in Canadian construction law matters, acting for owners, developers and Ontario public entities in construction, redevelopment and infrastructure projects. In addition to advising on construction contracts between owners, contractors, architects, engineers and consultants, Robert assists in the drafting of supplementary conditions for standard form industry contracts and provides ongoing advice on issues such as procurement, contract interpretation, non-payment and termination.

Robert’s practice also includes a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions and dispositions  of office buildings, vacant land and shopping centres.

Robert articled and summered at the firm and was seconded to Bell Media Inc.

Achievements

Experience

  • SCI Capital Partners and Reddy Ice acquire Arctic Glacier, [Deal - SCI Capital Partners and Reddy Ice], Investment advisory firm and ice products manufacturer acquire Canadian ice products provider
  • United Rentals of Canada, Inc. completes the acquisition of Direct Equipment, [Deal - United Rentals, Inc.], North American equipment rental company completes acquisition of Canadian distributor
  • Hoya Vision Care completes acquisition of Centennial Optical Limited, [Deal - Hoya Lens Canada Inc.], A global vision care company acquired a Canadian distributor of ophthalmic frames, lenses, and optical accessories.
  • Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited acquires Encore Insurance Services Inc., [Deal - Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited], Leading provider of insurance, risk management, and consulting services acquires Canadian retail insurance brokerage.
  • University Health Network acquires 522 University Avenue in Toronto, [Deal - University Health Network], Canada’s largest research hospital acquires strategic downtown Toronto property to support patient care and research expansion.
  • Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited acquires Dawson & Keenan Insurance Ltd., [Deal - Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited], Leading provider of insurance, risk management, and consulting services acquires Canadian retail insurance brokerage.
  • Concurrent sale of each of Yvon Building Supply Inc., Yvon Insulation Corporation, Yvon Insulation Windsor, Laminated Glass Technologies, Inc., and Right Fit Foam Insulation Ltd for C$196 M to GMS Inc., a notable North American specialty building products distributor listed on the New York Stock Exchange., [Deal - Yvon Building Supply Inc., Yvon Insulation Corporation, Yvon Insulation Windsor, Laminated Glass Technologies Inc. and Right Fit Foam Insulation Ltd.], Sale of Yvon Building Supply to GMS.
  • Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. completes US$660 million acquisition of Buck, [Deal - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.], Global insurance brokerage acquires a leading provider of HR, pensions, and employee benefits consulting, technology, and administration services.
  • Co-operators Financial Services Limited acquires Smart Employee Benefits Inc., [Deal - Co-operators Financial Services Limited], Leading Canadian financial services and insurance co-operative acquires cutting-edge health benefits and technology company by way of a plan of arrangement.

Career & Education

Education

  • JD Queen's University
  • BSc, Biology and Life Sciences (with Distinction) Queen's University

Community involvement

  • Volunteer, Fort York Food Bank Subway Blitz
  • Volunteer, Queen’s Law Student Ambassador, Case worker for Queen’s Business Law Clinic and Pro Bono Students Canada
  • Volunteer, Kaleidoscope Big Buddy Program
  • Volunteer, Kingston General Hospital
  • Volunteer, Breakfast with Champions for Special Olympics

Memberships & Affiliations

  • Member, Canadian Bar Association
  • Member, Ontario Bar Association
  • Member, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (“NAIOP”)
  • Member of the Board of Directors, Canadian Italian Advocates Organization (“CIAO”)

Knowledge

  • Ontario’s Amendments to the Construction Act Take Effect January 1, 2026, 12/18/2025
  • Proposed Regulations to the Ontario Construction Act: What You Need to Know, 9/15/2025
  • Bill 216 and Amendments to the Ontario Construction Act, 11/18/2024
  • Ontario Government Extends Eviction Moratorium, 1/14/2021
  • Deconstructing the New Construction Act: Amendments in Force as of July 1, 2018, 7/9/2018

Events

News

Speaking Engagements

  • Construction Liens and Leasing Issues, 4/23/2026
  • Consequential Damages: Should Tenants Waive These Rights?, 3/3/2026
  • Lease Exit Strategies, 5/2/2025
  • Presenter and Paper: What Tenants Need to Know About Construction Liens, 2/28/2024
  • Construction Law Primer: Introduction to Construction Project Delivery Models, 5/7/2018
  • End of term repair, removal and restoration obligations - What is the scope of the tenant's obligation?, 4/30/2018
  • Quiet Enjoyment – What does it really mean, anyways?, 4/28/2017
  • Integrated Project Delivery – Redefining Collaborative Project Delivery Methods, 11/20/2015
  • Insurance Law Basics - What Every Lawyer Should Know: Title Insurance, 6/25/2014