Ranking tables
Corporate/Commercial | Canada
Alberta
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
Brent Kraus Bennett Jones LLP5 Years Ranked
Catherine Samuel McCarthy Tétrault LLP5 Years Ranked
Janan Paskaran Torys LLP7 Years Ranked
Jeff Bakker Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP3 Years Ranked
Justin Ferrara Norton Rose Fulbright6 Years Ranked
Keith R Chatwin Stikeman Elliott LLP7 Years Ranked
Marcus Archer Norton Rose Fulbright3 Years Ranked
Stephanie C. Stimpson Torys LLP7 Years Ranked
William K Jenkins Dentons Canada LLP9 Years Ranked
William S Osler Bennett Jones LLP9 Years Ranked
Band 4
Benjamin S. P. Hudy Stikeman Elliott LLP3 Years Ranked
Dan Shea Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP4 Years Ranked
Frank Sur Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP1 Years Ranked
Gordon Cameron Stikeman Elliott LLP4 Years Ranked
John Osler McCarthy Tétrault LLP5 Years Ranked
John Piasta McCarthy Tétrault LLP3 Years Ranked
Neville Jugnauth Torys LLP5 Years Ranked
Peter Keohane Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP7 Years Ranked
Sarah Gingrich Fasken2 Years Ranked
Scott Clarke Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP7 Years Ranked
Sony Gill Stikeman Elliott LLP6 Years Ranked
Up and Coming
Jennifer Baugh Torys LLP2 Years Ranked
Jessica Brown Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP1 Years Ranked
Jessica Myers Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP2 Years Ranked
Justin Sherman Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP1 Years Ranked
Kelsey Armstrong Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP1 Years Ranked
Louise Lee Borden Ladner Gervais LLP1 Years Ranked
Michael Pedlow Torys LLP2 Years Ranked
Olga Kary Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP3 Years Ranked
Zafar Jaffer Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP1 Years Ranked
Associates to watch
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Christopher Nixon
Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedBoasting a longstanding leading reputation, Christopher Nixon operates an impressive transactional practice in Calgary that sees him advise on high-profile M&A transactions.
S Grant A Zawalsky
Burnet Duckworth & Palmer LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedGrant Zawalsky is widely respected and long-standing reputation for his corporate law expertise and operates an active practice in Calgary advising on high-value deals. He also has notable strength advising on shareholder activism.
S William MaslechkoBurnet Duckworth & Palmer LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedWilliam Maslechko enjoys a longstanding reputation as a leading corporate lawyer in Calgary. He has a strong track record of advising on M&A and corporate governance mandates, particularly in oil and gas.
Eminent Practitioners
E Alicia K. QuesnelBurnet Duckworth & Palmer LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 9 Years RankedAlicia Quesnel is a highly regarded name in the Calgary and nationwide legal markets. She is best known for her experience advising energy clients on a wide array of corporate transactions.Key sectorsEnergy and Utilities|Environmental and Waste|Resources and Mining
Band 1
1 Craig A StoryStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedCraig Story is highly accomplished in handling mergers and acquisitions and private equity matters, as well as joint ventures and capital markets transactions.
1 Frank Turner
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedFrank Turner is a highly respected figure in the Calgary corporate market, with a longstanding reputation for his handling of corporate finance and M&A transactions.
1 Patrick Maguire
Bennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedPatrick Maguire is held in high regard for his deep expertise in joint ventures and high-profile M&A transactions, often within the energy sector. He currently serves as the firm's vice-chair and Calgary managing partner.
Band 2
2 Alyson Goldman
McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedAlyson Goldman is an exceptionally strong lawyer with a grasp of both public and private transactions including capital markets matters. She has additional expertise in matters concerning shareholder activism and corporate governance.
2 Andrea WhyteOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked"Andrea takes complex options and interprets them in ways that are manageable to think through. She is very strong at presenting the options and the possible follow-on outcomes, which leads to better decision-making."
2 Chad C Schneider
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedChad Schneider co-heads the firm's Calgary practice. He has a wealth of experience advising clients on corporate reorganisations and M&A transactions.
2 Leland P CorbettStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedCalgary-based Leland Corbett handles a wide array of corporate transactions, including M&A and capital markets mandates.
2 Ross A. BentleyBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedRoss Bentley is a well-regarded securities and M&A lawyer with impressive experience across the full spectrum of transactional matters in a range of industries.
Band 3
3 Brent KrausBennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"Brent Kraus is extremely responsive and is an absolute machine in terms of the volume of work he gets through, which is always top quality. He has an attention to detail that is remarkable."3 Catherine SamuelMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"Catherine is responsive, and works hard to understand our objectives and to exceed our expectations. I have a high degree of trust and always feel confident in the advice she provides and the work product she delivers."3 Janan Paskaran
Torys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedJanan Paskaran has extensive experience acting for clients from the energy sector on mergers and acquisitions, as well as corporate finance and securities law mandates. Based in Calgary, he often advises on international oil and gas transactions.3 Jeff BakkerBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedJeff Bakker is an experienced lawyer who advises clients on securities law issues and M&A transactions. He currently co-leads the firm's Calgary group.3 Justin Ferrara
Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedSenior partner Justin Ferrara is a well-regarded lawyer who handles sophisticated M&A and securities matters.3 Keith R ChatwinStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedKeith Chatwin advises on domestic and cross-border M&A and securities transactions. He heads the corporate department in Calgary, as well as co-leading the firm's Korea initiative.3 Marcus ArcherNorton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked"Marcus is regularly tapped as one of the brightest and most commercial legal advisers for M&A work in the Canadian energy industry. He is sought after and routinely secures external legal counsel roles as the sole adviser for companies considering large and complicated transactions."3 Stephanie C. StimpsonTorys LLP | Head of Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedHead of the Calgary corporate/commercial department, Stephanie Stimpson assists clients from the energy sector with M&A, joint ventures and securities matters. Her practice includes a growing focus on corporate ethics and ESG risks.3 William K Jenkins
Dentons Canada LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedWilliam Jenkins possesses experience in a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A and equity financings. He co-leads the firm's banking and financial services group in Calgary.3 William S OslerBennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedWilliam Osler has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and capital markets mandates. He is highly active in the energy and infrastructure industries.
Band 4
4 Benjamin S. P. HudyStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedBenjamin Hudy is a partner with notable strength advising on M&A transactions. His practice includes joint ventures, governance and shareholder matters.4 Dan SheaOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedDan Shea advises clients on various transactions arising in the private equity and capital markets mandates. He is the leader of the firm's Canadian corporate group.4 Frank Sur
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedFrank Sur heads the firm's corporate practice group in Canada. He impresses with his activity on transactions, handling M&A and capital markets matters in a range of industries, including the biotech and energy spaces.4 Gordon CameronStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedGordon Cameron is noted for his handling of securities and high-value M&A mandates, particularly those in the oil and gas sector. He is based in the Calgary office of McCarthy Tétrault.4 John OslerMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJohn Osler is a member of the firm's business law group in Calgary, from where he advises clients on M&A, corporate governance and securities issues, with notable strength in debt and equity offerings.4 John PiastaMcCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJohn Piasta is noted for his experienced handling of M&A and securities transactions. He is based in the firms Calgary office and is particularly noted for his ability to advise on energy sector transactions.4 Neville JugnauthTorys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedNeville Jugnauth advises on private equity investments and M&A transactions. His clients include energy companies headquartered in Alberta and further afield, as well as Crown corporations.4 Peter KeohaneBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedPeter Keohane is a longstanding Calgary partner who assists clients with domestic and international corporate transactions.4 Sarah Gingrich
Fasken | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedSarah Gingrich is co-leader of Fasken's securities, mergers and acquisitions group and the practice group leader for the group's Calgary office. She regularly assists clients with M&A transactions in a range of industries, including the insurance, pharmaceutical and energy sectors.4 Scott ClarkeBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked"Scott Clarke is one of the most knowledgeable I have worked with. He brings a level of calm in tense situations which is always appreciated when trying to close a deal."4 Sony GillStikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedSony Gill assists clients with a broad range of corporate matters in the mid-market in Calgary, including M&A, recapitalisation and joint venture transactions. He is particularly active in the oil and gas space.
Up and Coming
U Jennifer BaughTorys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedJennifer Baugh assists clients with a range of corporate and capital markets transactions. She is particularly adept at handling mandates in the energy sector.U Jessica Brown
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedJessica Brown of Cassels, Brock & Blackwell has a solid corporate practice assisting companies and investment funds with mergers and acquisitions, often in the energy space. She is also active on financing matters, acting for underwriters.U Jessica MyersOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedJessica Myers is a Calgary-based partner with a notable reputation for her corporate law practice. She advises public and private companies in connection with M&A and capital markets mandates.U Justin ShermanOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedThe up-and-coming Justin Sherman is active on M&A and equity offerings, frequently acting for clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.U Kelsey ArmstrongOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked"Kelsey is able to digest complex concepts and information with ease, allowing the client to easily understand the issues. She is very commercial about her position, balancing her deep knowledge of the law with what is best for her client."U Louise Lee
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedLouise Lee is increasingly noted for her activity in the transactions space, advising clients in a range of industries on M&A and service agreements.U Michael PedlowTorys LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedMichael Pedlow is a Calgary-based lawyer advising on M&A transactions for energy clients.U Olga KaryBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked"We always enjoy working with Olga. She is clearly passionate about her work and supporting her clients, and her technical proficiency is excellent. She is extremely responsive, and quick to support our business whenever we need it."U Zafar JafferGowling WLG (Canada) LLP | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedThe up-and-coming Zafar Jaffer acts for notable Canadian companies on M&A and capital markets matters. His expertise also includes cross-border transactions and tax aspects.
Associates to watch
Joe MooneyNorton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial2024 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedJoe Mooney enjoys a burgeoning reputation for his practice, which focuses on banking and finance work. He advises both lenders and borrowers on a broad range of transactions, notably in the energy sector.