Best Lawyers in Canada
About the 2025 Edition
The 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ celebrates nearly two decades of dedicated research into identifying the foremost legal professionals across the country. The vibrancy of the Canadian legal market is evident in its dynamic growth, diverse practice areas and the continuous emergence of innovative legal solutions.
Our mission – unchanged since we began researching the legal community in 1981 – aims to highlight the most distinguished lawyers across the country. This year, the top 6% of practicing lawyers in Canada are awarded across 77 practice areas.
The Best Lawyers in Canada is committed to identifying and celebrating the finest legal professionals through a comprehensive peer-review process. This ensures that the lawyers recognized are among the most skilled and respected in the field. In a market where the stakes are high, clients need to know they are entrusting their critical legal matters to top-tier professionals.
This edition serves as an essential guide for both clients and legal professionals, showcasing not only outstanding legal talent, but also the evolving trends in the industry, with a focus on integrity, expertise and commitment to excellence.
Highlights
Latest Insights
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Awards Canada: Celebrating Legal Excellence
by Jennifer Verta
Presenting the 19th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada and the 4th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada.
Select a location or practice area from the list below to find the best legal talent for your needs.
Province
Practice Areas
Can't Find Yourself in the Directory?
As a recognized lawyer in The Best Lawyers in Canada, you have the opportunity to be prominently featured in our online directory. Activate your profile today to boost your visibility and make it easier for potential clients to connect with you.
Research Methodology
The Best Lawyers research process relies on confidential evaluations conducted by top legal professionals, who review the skills and expertise of their peers within the same region and practice areas.
These evaluations are carefully scrutinized and nominees are subject to a comprehensive vetting process to confirm they meet the highest criteria of legal proficiency and ethical standards. This rigorous method guarantees that the lawyers selected are authentically acknowledged for their outstanding contributions by their fellow professionals.
Note From Research
As we unveil the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada, we reach a pivotal moment in our journey of recognizing the nation’s most outstanding legal professionals. This edition is a testament to our continued dedication to maintaining the highest standards of evaluation and peer review that our awards are known for in the legal community.
This year’s record-breaking voter participation, with a 12% increase over the previous year, highlights the esteemed reputation and influence of these awards within the profession. Such strong engagement underscores the importance of these accolades in distinguishing excellence in legal practice.
Being recognized by Best Lawyers not only bolsters a lawyer’s professional standing but also serves as a trusted benchmark for clients in search of top-tier legal representation. The growing involvement from the legal community ensures that our selection process remains thorough and inclusive, offering a true reflection of the best legal talent across Canada.
We are honored to present the 2025 edition, which not only exemplifies legal excellence but also serves as an essential resource for clients seeking the highest caliber of legal expertise in the country.
Upcoming Research
Nominations are currently open for the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™. You can find more information about our research timeline online. If you need help with the nomination process, please reach out to us at: nominations@bestlawyers.com.