Helga D. Van Iderstine, K.C.

Ryan Turner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Ryan, who practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Cynthia L. Lazar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Cynthia L., who practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cynthia L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Patrick J. Rykes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation. Patrick J., who practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patrick J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

A known technology lawyer, Adam provides legal counsel to technology-based businesses, entrepreneurial and innovative ventures, and organizations intersecting law, technology, and the internet. Adam is listed as "Lawyer of the Year" in Winnipeg in "Information Technology Law" in the 2023 edition of Best Lawyers® in Canada. Adam’s practice has evolved from exclusively focusing on corporate, commercial, and securities law, to that of full-spectrum business, startup, innovation, inform...

Joe brings tremendous business and practical insight, as well as technical excellence to the table. As a trusted advisor, he works intimately with his clients, often being chosen to lead contract negotiations. While Joe has handled deals of all types, he is especially knowledgeable with the Insurance, Aviation and rail industries, including their technology needs. He led the $80 million Manitoba Blue Cross Claims Processing Solution Project and subsequent commercialization of the technology. ...

Kevin’s practice primarily involves insurance, construction and professional governance issues. From an insurance perspective, Kevin provides advice to national and international insurers in respect of a full range of insurance matters including casualty, property, life, surety, professional liability, malpractice and general and products liability, as well as regulatory issues. In addition to general defence work related to claims against insurers and insureds, he regularly prosecutes ...

Partner Admitted to the Bar, 1984, Manitoba; 1992, Ontario. Education University of Saskatchewan. University of Alberta (B.A., 1979; LL.B., 1982). Mediation, Arbitration and Collaborative Law training. Recognitions Appointed Queen's Counsel (2019). Canadian Bar Association Cecilia I. Johnstone Outstanding Service Award (2015). Lexpert Zenith Award: Celebrating Women Leaders in the Legal Profession (2013). MBA Isabel Ross (MacLean) Hunt Award (2013). University of Alberta Alumni Honour Award (...

Ryan Savage is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Labour and Employment Law and Sports Law. Ryan, who practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sandra provides legal services in the area of family law including alternate dispute resolution, spousal and co-habitational agreements, and enforcement of rights of spouses and children. Sandra has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for Family Law every year since 2015. Sandra is a trained Collaborative Lawyer, Mediator. Arbitrator and Parenting Coordinator and provides these services to those desiring alternative Dispute Resolution services. She is a member of Family Arbitration Medi...

Partner Admitted to the Bar, 1975, Manitoba. Appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1992. Education University of Manitoba (B.A., 1971; LL.B., 1974). Member Canadian Bar Association. Manitoba Bar Association. Arbitration and Mediation Institute of Manitoba Inc. ADR Institute of Canada Inc. Canadian Foundation for Dispute Resolution. Positions Taylor McCaffrey Management Committee (1982-2010). Manitoba Paraplegia Foundation, Trustee and Chair. United Way of Winnipeg, Member of Cabinet (2000-2006)....