Best Lawyers in Manitoba, Canada

Chair of the Executive Board of the Firm, Karen is a litigation lawyer whose practice is focused on civil, construction, insurance and commercial litigation and arbitration. Karen assists clients with a variety of matters, including shareholder disputes, negligence claims and contractual disputes, and insurance litigation. Karen has a particular focus on construction-related litigation, acting for owners, contractors, sub-contractors, architects and engineers, in complex construction disputes...

Ryan Turner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Ryan practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Ryan Turner since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ryan Turner is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Snyder has been repeatedly selected by Best Lawyers as one of the best lawyers in Canada under the category of Corporate Law. He has extensive corporate finance and securities law experience. Representative clients range from national and multi-national companies to owner-managed businesses. Managing Partner and Chair of the Firm Admitted to the Bar, 1988, Ontario; 1991, Manitoba. Education University of Toronto (B.A. (Hons.), 1983). Osgoode Hall Law School (LL.B., 1986). Canadian Securit...

Michael Puchniak’s corporate and commercial law practice includes advising businesses on structure, growth, and corporate governance, as well as acquisitions, dispositions and various contractual arrangements. Michael has experience in the preparation of a variety of commercial agreements including shareholder, partnership, joint venture and purchase and sale agreements. Michael also advises lenders and borrowers on domestic loan transactions involving office, retail, multi-tenant resid...

Tracey's focus is in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law and is frequently called upon to share her knowledge as a speaker or media commentator. Tracey was also named to the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada in the field of Labour and Employment Law. Previously on Executive Committee of the Firm for seven years. Focuses on Labour and Employment law. Tracey represents clients before labour boards, administrative tribunals and the courts. Assists businesses in drafting and negot...

Jack Fleming is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Jack practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Jack Fleming since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jack Fleming is held by other lawyers.

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...

Jessica Schofield is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Jessica practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Jessica Schofield since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jessica Schofield is held by other lawyers.

Karen Wittman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law. Karen, who practises law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Karen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Karen is a partner at Myers LLP in the civil litigation department. She has over 25 years of experience as a civil lit...

Kristen Wittman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Governance Practice and Corporate Law. Kristen practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Kristen Wittman since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kristen Wittman is held by other lawyers.

David Marshall has practiced in the area of corporate and commercial transactions since receiving his call to the Bar. Mr. Marshall’s practice has been primarily focused on real estate oriented matters for the past 15 years and has included: representing major national retailers in acquiring or leasing properties in Manitoba; acquisition, disposition and financing of multi-tenant residential properties, including portfolio divestures; land development; leasing and financing of single an...

Trevor Ray is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Trevor, who practises law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Trevor is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Trevor is a partner with Myers LLP. His practice is focused almost exclusively on labour, employment and administrative law...

Jeff is an experienced, versatile, recognized, corporate and commercial litigator who handles a broad range of complex disputes. Practices corporate and commercial litigation and arbitration involving a broad range of issues. Law Society of Manitoba Law Society of Alberta Past Vice Chair & Director of the Board, Winnipeg Art Gallery Past Director of the Board, St. Paul’s High School

Head of the firm's Securities and Corporate Finance practice areas. Tom represents issuers, brokers, underwriters and investors in a variety of corporate finance and securities related matters. Tom's practice includes entertainment law, business immigration and general corporate commercial law. ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL B.Comm. (Hons.) - Finance -University of Manitoba 1976 LL.B. University of Manitoba 1979 Admitted to the Bar Manitoba 1980 Law Society of Manitoba Canadian Bar Association Man...

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)....

Richard Pollock is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Richard practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Richard Pollock since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard Pollock is held by other lawyers.