Best Lawyers in Canada for Real Estate Law

Nick Dimitropoulos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Nick practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Nick Dimitropoulos since 2025. 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 Nick Dimitropoulos is held by other lawyers.

Roman takes the time to establish a close working relationship with each of his clients to develop a deep understanding of their business and their overall goals. This focus allows him to find practical solutions to their real estate matters quickly and efficiently. Roman’s general real estate practice involves acting in a broad range of commercial acquisitions, construction projects, subdivision and condominium developments, financing, conveyancing and leasing matters. His diverse clie...

Richard’s notable capabilities in corporate and commercial law are well established. He holds a Business degree with a major in accounting, and has completed the Canadian Securities course as well as the CICA in-depth Income Tax course. Richard’s knowledge in Commercial Real Estate comprises; shopping centre purchase and sales; land assemblies, purchase and sale transactions for retail and industrial lands; free standing and shopping centre anchor tenant leasing; commercial retail...

Mark carries on a corporate/commercial practice and is a key member of Reynolds Mirth’s Construction and Financial teams. In his work with the Construction team, Mark has significant experience advising both owners and contractors with respect to various contracting issues, including structuring complex joint ventures and providing advice related to large construction projects. He has advised on dozens of public-private partnership (P3) social infrastructure projects throughout Alberta,...

Murray Braaten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Murray practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Murray Braaten since 2020. 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 Murray Braaten is held by other lawyers.

Andrea Centa is the Co-Leader of the firm’s Real Estate Law practice group and Co-Leader of the Ontario Real Estate Law practice group. She is a seasoned real estate partner who has established a broad real estate practice, focused on acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate, the development of large real estate projects and financings. In her transaction-based practice, Andrea advises both domestic and cross-border clients across a variety of industries. She handles soph...

Joel has extensive experience in real estate and secured lending transactions, represents buyers and sellers of commercial and residential real estate, and advises developers on all aspects of real estate development. He acts for landlords and tenants regarding commercial tenancies, and for institutional and private lenders and corporate borrowers regarding commercial lending transactions. Joel assists business clients with general corporate and commercial matters such as those relating to es...

Virginia Lam adds value through her versatile and multidisciplinary approach. Virginia Lam has over 30 years of real estate law, business law and intellectual property experience. Her multidisciplinary expertise covers all facets of a company’s commercial activities. She assists local, national and international clients with the sale and purchase of assets and shares, service and distribution contracts, real estate sales and acquisitions, development projects and general contractual mat...

Randy has been practicing law with Parlee McLaws since 1998 and currently practices in the areas of real estate and financing. In real estate, Randy has experience in a variety of leasing matters, from shopping center and office leases to telecommunication site agreements. Randy has also routinely been involved in residential and commercial real estate transactions, and has assisted clients through the legal labyrinth of condominium property law. In the financing area, Randy has been involved...

Yves Letarte practices real estate law, with a primary focus on the areas of the sale, acquisition, development, construction, leasing and financing of major real estate projects. Yves is a skilled negotiator and has gained valuable experience in every aspect related to commercial, industrial, office and multi-residential building transactions. He represents promoters, buyers, vendors, borrowers and lenders. He benefits from a vast network of investors, real estate promoters, pension funds an...

Robert maintains a broad commercial real estate practice, advising clients on transactions, financings, and the development of retail, condominium, and mixed-use properties. He works with developers, financial institutions, corporations, partnerships, and entrepreneurs, providing practical advice to help advance their business objectives. Robert also represents landlords and tenants in the negotiation and enforcement of office, retail, industrial, farm, and ground leases.

Paul has been an expropriation lawyer for over 30 years. His practice has provided him with insights from all perspectives; in fact, he has even been expropriated personally - twice. Paul successfully acts as legal counsel for landowners, local municipalities, cities and regional governments throughout the Greater Toronto Area and across Ontario. He works to resolve real estate acquisitions/expropriations, infrastructure projects and development issues of all complexities. Paul’s appear...

Fred Ernst is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Fred practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Fred Ernst 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 Fred Ernst is held by other lawyers.

Jeffrey Norwig is a partner in the firm’s Regina office. Jeffrey maintains a broad practice in the areas of real estate, wills and estates, and corporate governance. Jeffrey has experience in these areas having acted for individuals, out of province firms, and small to large corporations. Jeffrey has presented on these topics to many organizations. Jeffrey’s practice supports a wide variety of clients in their personal and business needs. Jeffrey has been involved in many resident...

Darren J. Taylor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Leasing Law and Real Estate Law. Darren J. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Darren J. Taylor since 2018. 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 Darren J. Taylor is held by other lawyers.

Sharon is a solicitor whose practice emphasizes all aspects of commercial real estate. She delivers practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients, including landowners, developers, builders, landlords, tenants, joint-venturers and private lenders. Sharon advises on all areas of real property transactions, including the purchase, sale and financing of commercial office complexes, retail shopping centres, residential apartment buildings and hotels. She also acts for landlords and tenants...