Lidiya Yermakova

A well-rounded litigator who appreciates that cases are won both inside and outside of the courtroom, Jay is both a fearless advocate and expert negotiator. Clients appreciate his ability to know when to push forward and when to settle, resolving cases effectively, efficiently and with his clients’ best interests in mind. Judges have noted that Jay’s presentation in court and thorough submissions “were of great assistance to the court”, and his civility towards his opp...

Nationally known for his expertise in real estate property matters, Brett Tkatch numbers Canada’s top commercial and residential development companies and commercial institutional lenders among his clients. He is a partner in Blaney McMurtry LLP, practising in the firm's real estate group and is the Head of the Real Estate Practice Group. "I take great pride in knowing some of the people looking at my biography no doubt have visited some of the major development sites I have had the opp...

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...

René Bissonnette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Advertising and Marketing Law. René practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized René Bissonnette 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 René Bissonnette is held by other lawyers.

Roman Myndiuk is a partner at Beard Winter LLP. He practices civil litigation with an emphasis on insurance defence and commercial matters. Roman has extensive experience dealing with personal injury, property damage, occupier’s liability, tavern liability, product liability, professional liability, breach of contract and ski defence cases. He also regularly defends first-party accident benefits claims and coverage disputes. Over the years, Roman has developed a particular interest in d...

Dave provides creative and practical solutions for complex matters in the areas of Sports, Entertainment and Corporate/Commercial Law. In particular, Dave’s practice focuses on audio-visual production, distribution and exploitation (films, television series, digital media projects), brand licensing, influencer representation and commercial transactions. Dave also represents labels, bands, producers and artists in the negotiation of recording, management and publishing agreements. In add...

Lisa Lifshitz is a partner in the Corporate/Commercial Group at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto, Ontario. Her practice focuses on Information Technology Law , Privacy and Data Security Law , and Technology Law, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, digital commerce, and technology procurement. As Chair of the firm’s Technology Group, Lisa advises clients on the preparation and negotiation of a broad range of technology agreements, including cloud computing and m...

Mary Kelly practises business law, and has considerable experience relating to company, banking and regulatory requirements as applied to private mergers and acquisitions, secured lending, corporate reorganizations and business joint ventures. Her diverse experience in private mergers and acquisitions includes advising financial institutions on divestiture options for non-core businesses and implementing successful international auction sales on behalf of multinational clients, including thos...

Boris Muchalov’s corporate-commercial practice covers a broad range of transactions with an emphasis on bilateral and syndicated secured debt financings, asset-based lending, factoring, automotive floor plans, and acquisition and construction financings. He works on both domestic and cross-border transactions across a wide range of industries. Boris’ clients include financial institutions, asset-based lenders, and corporate borrowers. He also acts as corporate counsel to a number ...

Daniel is a seasoned immigration lawyer with over 20 years of experience, heading a team representing clients in all areas of immigration law. As a leading immigration litigator, he has successfully represented hundreds of clients in resolving complex immigration issues. In the Federal Court, he has won countless applications for leave, judicial review, and stays of removal. At the Immigration and Refugee Board, he has resolved highly contested admissibility hearings, detention reviews, remov...