Best Lawyers in Canada for Construction Law
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Misty is a partner with Robertson Stromberg LLP, where her practice focuses primarily on construction law and commercial debt recovery. She advises and represents suppliers, contractors, subcontractors, owners and consultants on all aspects of a construction project, including competitive bidding and procurement issues, contract drafting/interpretation/enforcement, builders’ liens, debt recovery and dispute resolution/arbitration. With her combined knowledge and experience in constructi...
Raphaëlle L. Mignault practises primarily in civil and commercial litigation, focusing on construction law and bankruptcy and insolvency law. She also takes an interest in insurance law and is involved in professional liability proceedings. Her practice includes providing legal advice, drafting proceedings, managing court files, conducting examinations on discovery and representing clients before various judicial bodies. Ms. Mignault studied both civil law and common law as part of the U...
Emma Johnston is a litigator who advises Canadian and international clients on construction, insolvency, insurance, and general commercial litigation. In Emma’s construction practice she often advises residential, commercial, and industrial construction clients on claim management, construction lien, prompt payment and adjudication matters. Emma believes in a client focused approach to litigation, with an emphasis on resolution in a timely and cost effective matter.
Charles Bois has a diverse practice that focuses on the oil and gas, energy, mining and natural resources, Aboriginal, environmental, commercial, and construction and infrastructure sectors. In addition to his legal experience, prior to becoming a lawyer, Charles spent over 20 years working in the natural gas industry, including senior management and consulting roles. Charles is a trusted adviser to his clients on commercial, administrative and regulatory, and environmental matters (such as p...
Jean-François Gagnon is the Chief Executive Officer of Langlois Lawyers. He is also a member of the firm’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, corporate governance, strategy, crisis management, ethics and deontology. He has wide-ranging experience in matters involving directors’ and officers’ liability, the management of not-for-profit organizations, construction law and insurance law. Jean-François...
Rod is a senior civil litigation partner with 24 years of experience. He has extensive trial, appellate, mediation and arbitration experience including complex multi-party litigation. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for 2021 and 2022 in the area of construction law. Rod regularly acts for and advises owners, developers, construction managers and general contractors on a wide range of development, real estate, condominium, property, contract and construction related litigation...
Marc-André Landry is a member of the Litigation and Conflict Resolution group and focuses his practice on commercial litigation. He frequently assists his clients in resolving their disputes through negotiation, mediation or arbitration, or before the various courts of law. Over the years, he has represented businesses in many sectors, including construction, real estate, renewable energy, conventional energy, new technologies, financial services and pharmaceuticals. Mr. Landry is reco...
Alex Kotkas is Managing Partner of the Alberta Region, with primary responsibility for leadership of the Firm’s Calgary and Tsuut’ina offices. As Regional Managing Partner, Alex manages the region's operations while developing and executing its strategic direction. His leadership focuses on cultivating a supportive environment that prioritizes exceptional client service, drives innovation, and nurtures outstanding talent. Alex is the founder and former leader of the Firm’s L...
Despina Mandilaras is a member of the Commercial Litigation group and practises primarily in the areas of construction, surety bonds, contract disputes and shareholder disputes. As such, she represents many different clients from the public and private sectors before all levels of court, including arbitration tribunals. In addition to advising various construction industry stakeholders—including general contractors and surety bond companies—on construction management and any claim...
Kartiga Thavaraj is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Kartiga, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kartiga is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jonathan Nisar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Jonathan, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonathan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Tanner joined Whitelaw Twining as an associate in 2021. Prior to joining the firm, Tanner practiced as a litigator with a focus on insurance defence at a regional firm. Tanner maintains a broad litigation practice with experience in product liability, bodily injury claims, professional liability, construction litigation, builders’ lien claims and coverage opinions. Tanner has also successfully represented clients in wrongful dismissal actions and Workers Compensation Board appeals. Tann...
Iman is a member of the firm’s Labour + Employment, Business Disputes, Corporate/Commercial, Wills, Estates + Trusts, and Construction + Engineering practice groups. Iman is experienced in a broad range of litigation matters with several years of experience in employment law, commercial, construction and estate litigation. He has appeared at every level of Court in British Columbia and has successfully resolved matters before the Employment Standards Branch and the Human Rights Tribunal...
Sharon Sam is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Sharon, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sharon is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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