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Litigation: General Commercial

Canada Guide 2026 : Saskatchewan

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Provided by MLT Aikins LLP

We have provided business and legal advice on many major developments in Western Canada, including projects in the mining, oil and gas, pulp and paper, agribusiness and other resource-based industries ranging in size from millions to hundreds of millions of dollars. We have a wealth of experience in designing creative partnerships and joint ventures among businesses, merchant bankers, venture capitalists, financial institutions, co-operatives, First Nations and governments.

We regularly advise business clients on and assist in completing mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. Our services include structuring, legal due diligence, and the negotiation of letters of intent, offers to purchase and agreements of purchase and sale. Our commercial law experience includes tax planning, the structuring and governance of entities of all kinds as well as negotiation of engineering and construction agreements, project financing and international commodity marketing agreements. Our commercial joint venture and related governance experience includes representing both venturers and their commonly owned operating companies.

Our corporate/commercial lawyers have particular experience in the area of franchising. We help franchisors navigate complex regulatory challenges to comply with the unique legal requirements for franchising. We work with a broad range of franchisors from start-ups to internationally established businesses, across a wide range of industries.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Saskatchewan

What the Team is Known For

MLT Aikins is widely recognised as the most prominent law firm in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. It is particularly highly regarded for its M&A work on behalf of clients in the transportation, natural resources and agribusiness sectors, and also often acts for Crown corporations and government entities. The firm has a considerable presence in management-side labour matters, handling a wide array of work ranging from collective bargaining to occupational health and safety and human rights law. It is also highlighted for its expert handling of commercial dispute resolution mandates, as well as offering representation in a number of specialist areas such as banking, wills, trusts and estates, property, construction and tax litigation. The firm has offices in Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Regina, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver.

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Eminent Practitioners
Eminent Practitioners
Aaron Runge
Aaron Runge currently serves as the managing partner of the firm. His practice also encompasses experience of venture capital and corporate governance matters. He is based in Regina.
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Band 1
Band 1
Douglas C Hodson KC
Douglas Hodson KC is held in high regard in Saskatchewan for his first-class handling of commercial disputes. He is particularly well recognised for his work in the transportation and construction sectors, with considerable experience in class action litigation. He is based in Saskatoon.
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Band 1
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Kevin Wilson KC
Kevin Wilson KC is widely considered to be a leader in the Saskatchewan labour and employment market. Based in Saskatoon, he regularly acts for clients in both unionised and non-unionised environments, most significantly in the mining, construction and education sectors.
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Band 1
Band 1
Shaunt Parthev KC
Shaunt Parthev KC is renowned for his handling of multiparty claims and class action suits. He holds notable experience acting in the mining, insurance and construction industries on various claims and disputes. He is based in Saskatoon.
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Band 2
Band 2
Deron Kuski
Deron Kuski KC is mandated by clients for his experienced navigation of commercial and construction litigation throughout Saskatchewan. Based in Regina, he has considerable experience of matters relating to both creditors' rights and commercial leasing.
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Band 2
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Jason Mohrbutter
Jason Mohrbutter advises on a range of multiparty actions including product liability and mass torts. He is well placed to advise clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. He is based in Regina.
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Band 2
Band 2
Jeff Lee
Jeff Lee has built a particularly strong reputation for his work advising distressed companies on insolvency and restructuring proceedings. Based in Saskatoon, he also adeptly advises on commercial litigation matters.
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Band 3
Band 3
Stathy Markatos
Stathy Markatos enjoys a strong reputation for his corporate law practice and is best known for his securities work. He is based in Regina.
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Up and Coming
Up and Coming
Samer Awadh
Samer Awadh co-leads the firm’s agriculture and food group. Based in Regina, he advises clients on a range of corporate and commercial matters, including M&A, corporate finance, securities and governance.
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