Best Lawyers in Saskatchewan, Canada

Dean is a partner in the McKercher LLP Saskatoon office where he focuses on insurance law, particularly in insurance defence, subrogation, and coverage matters Dean Stanley obtained his Bachelor of Commerce degree (with Distinction) in 2007 and his Bachelor of Laws degree in 2008 by completing the combined B.Comm./LL.B. program at the University of Saskatchewan. Dean articled with the Firm and joined as an Associate upon completion of his articles in May of 2009. He joined the partnership at ...

Lauren J. Wihak is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law. Lauren J., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lauren J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

G. Brett Ledingham is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law. G. Brett, who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which G. Brett is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John is a senior lawyer in the Saskatoon office where he acts as Counsel in complex commercial and contractual disputes, professional negligence, labour law, taxation, and First Nations litigation. John Beckman, K.C. was called to the Bar in 1977, admitted as a Partner in 1980, and appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1987. He transitioned to Of Counsel in 2018. Mr. Beckman has extensive experience acting as Counsel in complex commercial and contractual disputes, Professional Negligence, Labour...

Marc D. Kelly is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Marc D., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marc D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Erin M.S. Kleisinger KC is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Education Law and Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law. Erin M.S., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erin M.S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chris Donald focuses his practice in corporate and commercial law, including mergers and acquisitions (large and small businesses), corporate finance, commercial lending, commercial real estate, legal due diligence, limited partnerships, non-profit organizations, corporate governance and municipal law. He advises clients in the real estate, energy (including on windmill projects) and agri-business sectors. Chris is one of the firm’s transactional lawyers, bringing in the expertise of ot...

William G. Lane is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. William G., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ryan J. Laidlaw is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law, Equipment Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Ryan J., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Leslie W. Prosser KC is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mining Law and Natural Resources Law. Leslie W., who practices law in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leslie W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mark Brayford, K.C. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation and Criminal Defence. Mark, who practices law in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mark Yemen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Municipal Law and Public Procurement Law. Mark, who practices law in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael W. Milani KC is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Director and Officer Liability Practice, Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Natural Resources Law. Michael W., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustiv...

Christopher Masich is a partner with McKercher LLP based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where he specializes in M&A, business transactions, project finance and project development. His practice focuses on key sectors integral to Saskatchewan's economy, including energy, renewable energy, mining, natural resources, infrastructure, and agriculture. Chris frequently collaborates with national and international law firms, providing expert local counsel for global companies involved in projects th...

Nikki is a partner in the McKercher LLP Saskatoon office where she assists numerous clients with finance, commercial land transactions and general business matters. Nikki has assisted numerous clients with finance, commercial (non-First Nations and First Nations) land transactions and general business matters. This work includes: commercial lending and financing arrangements, including private placements and public offerings; purchase, sale, leasing and development of real property including ...

Joseph (Joe) is a partner in the McKercher LLP Saskatoon office. Joe is a technology, capital raising, and tax partner with a particular focus on high growth technology startups, IT contracting for companies managing digital transformation, and tax structuring for private enterprises and professionals. Joe is the Prairie's go-to technology and startup lawyer, having assisted hundreds of prairie technology, innovation, and scientific startups through their critical formation stage and beyond. ...