Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada
Ranked Individuals
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Baker McKenzie is known for its comprehensive white-collar group, with experience in handling civil fraud and financial recovery matters, defending regulatory and securities proceedings and conducting a range of internal investigations.
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Baker McKenzie defended NHK in three class action suits in connection with an alleged conspiracy to fix prices and civil fraud allegations.
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The firm has an ability to clearly explain strategy while making clear all potential outcomes.
The entire group is just excellent.
The lawyers at Baker McKenzie are very well-versed in the law and jurisdictional challenges, offering different options and avenues to the client for consideration.
The team is well versed in the case law, and its advice is well developed.
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John Pirie is an experienced courtroom advocate who is particularly well regarded for his civil fraud expertise. He has also defended clients against professional negligence claims, and played a role in antitrust and securities-related lawsuits. He is based in Toronto, from where he leads the firm's litigation and government enforcement group in Canada.
John is a strong, strategic thinker and an effective cross-examiner.
John has great judgment and is very thoughtful and strategic.
John Pirie is an excellent lawyer, always doing his utmost for his clients.
John is an outstanding lawyer.
John can see the bigger picture well beyond what is necessary, anticipating challenges that have little chance of presenting, but making us aware of the possibility.
Michael Nowina is based in Baker McKenzie's Toronto office, where he advises on a broad range of commercial disputes. He often acts for financial institutions and has experience in fraud-related claims and investigations.
Michael Nowina is an excellent lawyer, understanding a wide variety of complex issues with respect to fraud and white-collar crime.
White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
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