Ranking tables
Corporate/Commercial | Canada
Ontario
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
Emmanuel Pressman Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP9 Years Ranked
Jeffrey R Lloyd Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP9 Years Ranked
Jeremy Fraiberg Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP9 Years Ranked
John Ciardullo Stikeman Elliott LLP9 Years Ranked
John Emanoilidis Torys LLP9 Years Ranked
Neill May Goodmans LLP9 Years Ranked
Patricia L Olasker Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP9 Years Ranked
Band 2
Band 3
Aaron J Atkinson Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP9 Years Ranked
Alex Moore Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP9 Years Ranked
Christopher A Hewat Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP9 Years Ranked
Douglas R Marshall Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP9 Years Ranked
Melanie Shishler Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP8 Years Ranked
Robert A Vaux Goodmans LLP9 Years Ranked
Robert O Hansen McCarthy Tétrault LLP6 Years Ranked
Simon A Romano Stikeman Elliott LLP9 Years Ranked
Stephen Pincus Goodmans LLP9 Years Ranked
Walied Soliman KC Norton Rose Fulbright8 Years Ranked
Band 4
Band 5
(Ricco) A.S. Bhasin Torys LLP4 Years Ranked
Brett Seifred Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP4 Years Ranked
Chris Sunstrum Goodmans LLP4 Years Ranked
David Kruse Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP3 Years Ranked
Grant McGlaughlin Fasken5 Years Ranked
James Brown Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP5 Years Ranked
Jamie Litchen Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP3 Years Ranked
Jennifer Longhurst McCarthy Tétrault LLP1 Years Ranked
Jonah Mann Stikeman Elliott LLP3 Years Ranked
Jonathan Feldman Goodmans LLP3 Years Ranked
Neil Sheehy Goodmans LLP1 Years Ranked
Sean Stevens Fasken2 Years Ranked
Sean Vanderpol Stikeman Elliott LLP7 Years Ranked
Shea Small McCarthy Tétrault LLP8 Years Ranked- Russel DrewDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Up and Coming
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Jonathan Lampe
Goodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Jonathan Lampe is recognised for his deep experience in corporate law, with particular expertise in securities and M&A transactions.
S William J Braithwaite
Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedWilliam Braithwaite offers a vast wealth of experience to clients in the corporate arena. He advises on both domestic and cross-border M&A, securities and corporate governance matters.
Eminent Practitioners
E Dale H. Lastman, C.M., O.Ont.Goodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Dale Lastman, C.M. is widely recognised for his experience in handling complex corporate transactions across a variety of sectors.
E Douglas A Bryce
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 9 Years RankedDouglas Bryce is the national managing partner of the firm and enjoys a prominent reputation both in Ontario and beyond. He has a wealth of experience across a wide range of M&A and private equity matters.
E Geoffrey Belsher
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 1 Years RankedToronto-based Geoffrey Belsher advises multinational corporations and Canadian clients on cross-border M&A transactions.
E Jeffrey SingerStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 9 Years RankedJeffrey Singer enjoys an esteemed reputation for his handling of complex M&A mandates. He is the chair of the firm.
E Matthew W Cockburn
Torys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 9 Years RankedMatthew Cockburn advises clients on significant M&A and leveraged buyout transactions, with a key focus on the private equity space. He currently serves as the firm's managing partner in Toronto.
Star Individuals
Vincent A. Mercier
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Star Individuals | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Vincent Mercier wins praise for his deep expertise advising high-end clients on M&A and corporate governance matters. He is a regular feature on the firm's most important deals.
Band 1
1 Emmanuel PressmanOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedChair of the firm's corporate department in Toronto, Emmanuel Pressman enjoys a stellar reputation and concentrates his practice on the representation of high-end clients in M&A and private equity matters.1 Jeffrey R LloydBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Jeffrey Lloyd has extensive experience advising on complex corporate transactions across a range of industries including mining and financial services.1 Jeremy FraibergOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Jeremy Fraiberg serves as chair of the firm's M&A group and advises clients across the energy, mining and banking industries, among others.1 John CiardulloStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedToronto managing partner John Ciardullo has a wealth of experience in M&A and capital markets mandates, and displays additional strength in assisting clients with shareholder activism and corporate governance matters.1 John EmanoilidisTorys LLP | Head of Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked"John is a diligent lawyer and cares about his clients. He is on top of everything and is a guy that can do a lot of different things too. Most people are specialised; John can do it all."1 Neill MayGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedCo-chair of the firm's corporate securities group Neill May has a wealth of experience handling M&A and corporate finance matters. Based in Toronto, he advises on transactions across a broad range of industries, including mining and private equity.1 Patricia L OlaskerDavies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedPatricia Olasker is a deeply experienced lawyer whose expertise in high-value M&A transactions, proxy contests and corporate governance is widely applauded. Based in Toronto, she is well versed in handling transactions in the energy and mining spaces, among others.
Band 2
2 Brian M PukierStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Brian Pukier focuses his practice on M&A transactions, corporate governance and private equity matters.
2 Curtis A Cusinato
Bennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Curtis Cusinato has deep experience assisting clients in the technology, energy and private equity spaces with mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts and financing transactions.
2 David E Woollcombe
McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked"David Woollcombe listens to what we need and gets it done. He has a great personality and is solutions-oriented. Where he doesn't have the expertise, David is immediately thinking about who else to bring in to solve the problem."
2 Karrin Powys-LybbeTorys LLP | Head of Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedCo-head of the firm's M&A practice in Toronto, Karrin Powys-Lybbe is held in high esteem for her experienced counsel on corporate transactions, ranging from mergers and acquisitions to securities and corporate governance matters.
2 Michael I GansBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedMichael Gans is based in Toronto and has experience handling domestic M&A transactions, as well as transactions with international components.
Band 3
3 Aaron J AtkinsonDavies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Aaron Atkinson has notable experience advising clients on a variety of matters, from transactions to reverse takeovers and corporate governance issues. His deal sheet includes work handled in the private equity and mining spaces.3 Alex MooreBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Alex Moore is a highly skilled lawyer who acts on a range of corporate and capital markets transactions, with a particular emphasis on the financial services sector.3 Christopher A HewatBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedChristopher Hewat operates a broad corporate practice in Toronto with strength across both M&A and securities transactions.3 Douglas R MarshallOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedDouglas Marshall is a well-established Toronto-based corporate lawyer who regularly assists clients with M&A and capital markets transactions.3 Melanie ShishlerDavies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedToronto-based Melanie Shishler is highlighted for her representation of clients within the mining sector in M&A, joint ventures and corporate governance transactions.3 Robert A VauxGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedRobert Vaux is noted for his experienced handling of M&A and corporate governance matters arising from the cannabis and pharmaceutical sectors. He co-chairs the firm's corporate securities group in Toronto.3 Robert O HansenMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedRobert Hansen is a Toronto-based lawyer who handles corporate transactions on behalf of clients in the technology, private equity and financial services sectors.3 Simon A RomanoStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Simon Romano exhibits a strong grasp of both M&A and the capital markets, acting for a diverse client base that includes private equity firms and financial institutions.3 Stephen PincusGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedStephen Pincus heads the firm's capital markets group. Based in Toronto, he regularly advises a broad range of clients on M&A and securities matters, including REIT transactions.3 Walied Soliman KC
Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedWalied Soliman has a wealth of experience handling M&A and securities transactions, as well as proxy contests. Based in Toronto, he serves as the firm's Canadian chair and the co-chair of its special situations team.
Band 4
4 Amanda LinettStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedToronto-based Amanda Linett handles a broad range of corporate and commercial transactions arising from the mining and private equity spaces.
4 Jeffrey P Roy
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedToronto-based Jeffrey Roy possesses experience in a broad range of corporate matters. He focuses his practice on M&A and take-private transactions within the mining and oil and gas sectors.
4 Jonathan SeeMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedToronto-based Jonathan See offers expertise in M&A transactions, capital markets and private equity matters, and serves as co-head of the firm’s national M&A and private equity group.
4 Shlomi FeinerBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedShlomi Feiner is an experienced Toronto-based lawyer noted for his work representing clients in complex corporate transactions.
Band 5
5 (Ricco) A.S. BhasinTorys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedRicco Bhasin is increasingly visible in the Toronto market. He advises clients on a range of corporate and commercial matters.5 Brett SeifredDavies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedToronto-based Brett Seifred has experience in corporate matters and transactions involving a range of sectors, including manufacturing and financial services.5 Chris SunstrumGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedToronto-based Chris Sunstrum is noted for his representation of clients from a variety of industries including mining and energy. His practice includes advising on corporate governance and M&A and private equity transactions.5 David KruseBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked"David Kruse is very organised and thoughtful. He is a good document drafter and he brings a calmness to the process, which is always appreciated as the deals can get stressful or heated on negotiation points."5 Grant McGlaughlin
Fasken | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedToronto-based Grant McGlaughlin is well regarded for his expertise in corporate transactions in a variety of sectors, including cannabis, telecommunications and energy. He assists clients with mergers, acquisitions and securities transactions as well as reorganisations of business.5 James BrownOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedJames Brown is based in Toronto and is noted for his adept handling of both corporate and commercial mandates. He is particularly active in transactions in the mining sector, regularly leading high-value deals.5 Jamie LitchenCassels Brock & Blackwell LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedToronto-based Jamie Litchen garners praise for her growing corporate practice. She routinely advises clients on mergers and acquisitions and demonstrates experience in handling cannabis-related transactions.5 Jennifer LonghurstMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked"Jennifer Longhurst is a wonderful commercial lawyer who has a ton of experience in activist investing and advising companies on proxy matters. She navigates things well and has a commercial eye to the process."5 Jonah MannStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedJonah Mann is a Toronto-based lawyer who is increasingly recognised for his corporate practice. He advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, private placements and other corporate transactions.5 Jonathan FeldmanGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedToronto-based Jonathan Feldman is an active corporate lawyer whose practice demonstrates capabilities across both M&A and REIT transactions.5 Neil SheehyGoodmans LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedNeil Sheehy is a new addition to the rankings this year. He is well placed to advise international and domestic clients on M&A and private equity transactions.5 Sean StevensFasken | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedSean Stevens is a corporate lawyer based in Fasken's Toronto office. He regularly assists clients with acquisitions in a variety of industry sectors, including mining and technology.5 Sean VanderpolStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedSean Vanderpol is a well-regarded corporate lawyer based in Stikeman Elliott's Toronto office. He routinely acts for public companies on securities and M&A transactions.5 Shea SmallMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 5 | 8 Years RankedShea Small is a new addition to the rankings this year thanks to extensive client feedback and involvement on the firm's key mandates. He is well placed to assist clients from the mining sector with M&A transactions.
Up and Coming
U Adrienne DiPaoloTorys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAdrienne DiPaolo is a Toronto-based corporate lawyer with a burgeoning reputation in the market. She assists with significant transactions in diverse industry sectors.
U Alex GorkaOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAlex Gorka is a Toronto-based corporate lawyer with a fast-developing reputation for handling sophisticated matters. He assists with significant transactions in varied industry sectors, including media, technology and retail.
U Kristopher HancBennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked"What I like best about Kristopher Hanc is his business acumen; he is very good at seeing the forest through the trees. I have also been impressed by his ability to distil complex legal issues."
U Rory FfrenchBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedRory Ffrench is a new addition to the rankings this year, following strong client and peer feedback. He is well placed to advise on corporate sales and acquisitions as well as business combinations.
Associates to watch
Alex Eckler
Dentons Canada LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedAlex Eckler of Dentons Canada is a corporate lawyer with a growing reputation in the market. He assists with M&A transactions and corporate restructuring.
Kenda ShaheenDentons Canada LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedKenda Shaheen of Dentons Canada LLP is a senior associate based in Toronto. She has significant experience guiding both emerging and established businesses through a range of corporate transactions.
Sam ZadehNorton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedSam Zadeh joins the rankings following his increased presence on the firm's key mandates. He assists with corporate transactions and capital markets deals.