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Brian Kolenda

Brian Kolenda

Canada 2026

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Brian has a broad civil litigation practice focused on complex financial disputes, civil and regulatory securities matters, class actions, and civil fraud. His clients have included leading Canadian and foreign corporations, directors, officers, professionals (including securities professionals, accountants, and lawyers), governments, and regulators. Brian has acted as lead counsel at trial, on appeal and before arbitrators and tribunals across Canada, appearing before all levels of Court in Canada, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Brian is recognized by his peers as a leading lawyer in Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Lexpert Special Edition: Canada's Leading Litigation Lawyers, Best Lawyers in Canada, Legal 500 Canada, and Who’s Who Legal. In 2022, Brian was recognized as a Lexpert Rising Star for his exceptional advocacy, excellent client service and business acumen, and leadership in the profession.

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Chambers Canada Guide

Litigation: Securities - Ontario

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Toronto-based Brian Kolenda has a broad civil litigation practice, with experience in business disputes, civil fraud, professional negligence and defamation.

Strengths

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  • He gives good direction and is responsive.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Canada Guide
  • Brian brings deep subject matter expertise and is a great client partner.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Canada Guide
  • He masters complex sets of facts and adds incredible value for his clients.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Canada Guide

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