Best Lawyers in Canada for Real Estate Law
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Jesse has advocated on behalf of a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate clients with respect to their real property assessment and taxation matters, appearing before the Ontario Assessment Review Board, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, and the Divisional Court of Ontario. He is dedicated to providing service excellence by approaching all matters analytically and with an open-mind, to identify issues, opportunities, and solutions. His top priority is protecting client interests th...
Charles Joly is a business law associate. He focuses his practice on real estate issues. He is primarily involved in drafting, revising and negotiating commercial contracts, as well as developing various corporate structures, setting up investment funds and drafting agreements between shareholders, investors and creditors. In his role he has also acquired expertise in bank financing, frequently representing institutional and private lenders as well as borrowers in various financing transactions.
Michael joined the Soloway Wright Real Estate & Development Group at the Kingston office in 2021, after being with a full-service firm in Toronto for several years. His practice focuses on the acquisition, financing and sale of commercial real estate, with an emphasis on condominium development. Michael obtained his Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in manufacturing and design, prior to obtaining his law degree. In his legal practice, Michael’s practical and level-he...
Steven Brassard is an associate in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group in Fasken’s Québec City office. His practice focuses on sensitive, high-stakes financial matters, including fraud, asset recovery, shareholder disputes, and bankruptcy and insolvency, where responsiveness, strategic judgment and rigour are key. He regularly assists companies and financial institutions faced with embezzlement and sophisticated fraudulent schemes, with the clear objective of identifying,...
Andrea Wong is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Andrea practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Andrea Wong 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 Andrea Wong is held by other lawyers.
Jessica Ma is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jessica practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jessica Ma 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 Jessica Ma is held by other lawyers.
Ilias Hmimas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Ilias practices law in Montréal, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Ilias Hmimas since 2027. 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 Ilias Hmimas is held by other lawyers.
Winkie Chan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Winkie practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Winkie Chan since 2026. 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 Winkie Chan is held by other lawyers.
Heidi’s incisive and pragmatic approach to the practice of law is an asset to her clients. Heidi carries on a general civil litigation practice with a particular interest in condominium law, administrative law, estate litigation, and commercial litigation. Her clients include condominium corporations, property owners, business owners, and professional regulatory organizations. She has appeared before various boards and tribunals and has successfully represented clients at all levels of ...
Adam Lazar is a partner at Koffman Kalef LLP, located in Vancouver, British Columbia. He offers comprehensive guidance and advice as part of the Commercial Real Estate & Development and Corporate/Commercial teams. Adam is committed to helping clients navigate their legal challenges by implementing practical, business-oriented solutions to meet their objectives. His practice encompasses a broad array of real estate matters, including the acquisition, financing, leasing, development, and sa...
Patrick Mc Ilhone is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Patrick practices law in Hamilton, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick Mc Ilhone since 2027. 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 Patrick Mc Ilhone is held by other lawyers.
Kaajal leads the real estate team at Coal Harbour Law. She is an experienced lawyer who assists with all real estate matters ranging from first-time home purchasers to complex commercial real estate development projects. Over her nearly twenty years of full-time practice, she has acted for thousands of home buyers, real estate developers, strata corporations, non-profit entities, and other stakeholders. Kaajal takes a great deal of pride in always achieving the best results for her clients an...
Marie-France Gagné is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Marie-France practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Marie-France Gagné 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 Marie-France Gagné is held by other lawyers.
Liam Oster is an associate practising in our real estate team and business law group. He represents a wide range of clients, and has particular experience with commercial leasing, hotel and shopping centre management, and specialty consumer product regulations, including cannabis, vaporizer and nutraceutical products. Liam has represented commercial property owners in a wide variety of transactions, including acquisition, sale, financing, leasing and operation of various hotel and shopping-ce...
Jaime R. Sorokin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jaime R. practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Jaime R. Sorokin since 2026. 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 Jaime R. Sorokin is held by other lawyers.
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