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Gesta Abols is a trusted advisor to leading private equity firms, strategic acquirers, boards, and special committees on complex mergers & acquisitions, shareholder activism, corporate governance, and strategic investments. Known for delivering clear, actionable guidance on high-stakes transactions, Gesta brings structure and insight to the most challenging deal environments. As Co-Leader of the firm’s Cross-Border Practice and a member of its Capital Markets and M&A Executive C...

Saman Wickramasinghe is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defence. Saman practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Saman Wickramasinghe 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 Saman Wickramasinghe is held by other lawyers.

Jennifer Wilson is a partner in the Family Law Group at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto, Ontario. She advises clients on a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, parenting arrangements, child support, spousal support, and property division. Jennifer is known for her practical and thoughtful approach to resolving family law disputes. She works closely with clients to help them navigate challenging personal and financial issues through negotiation, mediation, and court proceedings wh...

Jeff is a Partner practising in the areas of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate commercial law. With a proven track record representing issuers, investment dealers, and key stakeholders, Jeff delivers strategic counsel across a broad spectrum of capital markets and mergers and acquisitions transactions. His expertise spans both public offerings and private placements of equity and debt securities, ensuring clients receive comprehensive guidance tailored to their unique...

Brahm is a senior partner at Nathens, Siegel, LLP, a family law and divorce boutique firm with offices in Toronto and Mississauga. Brahm received his Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours from McGill University in 1990, his law degree from Queen’s University Faculty of Law in 1993, and was called to the Bar in 1995. Certified as a Specialist in Family Law by the Law Society since 2008, Brahm co-authored McLeod’s Ontario Family Law Rules Annotated for ten years and is the consu...

Christian Paquette practices labour, employment and human rights law, as well as commercial litigation. Fluent in both English and French, Christian assists clients across a variety of industries. Christian has a broad practice advising clients in both unionized and non-unionized settings. He regularly represents clients faced with human rights applications, wrongful dismissal claims, grievances, and contractual disputes. Christian counsels clients on labour issues, employment standards, work...

Ronald Davis is recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in Privacy and Data Security Law. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Ronald has been included in Best Lawyers since 2023 following a peer-review process within the legal profession. Ronald D. Davis serves as Senior Counsel at Diamond and Diamond Lawyers , bringing more than 40 years of litigation experience to the firm’s class actions and complex dispute matters. Called to the Ontario Bar in 1984, Ron has appeared before courts across Cana...

Michael Winterstein is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Michael practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Winterstein 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 Michael Winterstein is held by other lawyers.

Bill Teggart is a leading Ontario personal injury litigator with over 27 years of exclusive practice defending the rights of individuals and families affected by life-altering trauma. As the founder of William J. Teggart Personal Injury Law P.C. his practice is defined by deep knowledge, objective transparency, and a long-standing commitment to navigating complex insurance and legal frameworks. Bill handles cases all over Ontario with a focus on Simcoe County including Barrie, Alliston, Angus...

Allan Dick is a partner at Sotos LLP. Allan is a trusted primary advisor to many top franchisors, with more than three decades practising law in the franchising, licensing and distribution industry. He is recognized as one of Canada’s leading franchise litigators and has extensive experience at every level of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada as well as before national and international arbitration tribunals. Allan regularly provides expert opinions to other counsel. As a tra...