Lisa D. Manaigre

Darla Rettie is a trusted legal advisor offering practical and effective advice in the areas of commercial financing, business structuring, designing trusts and documenting First Nation laws. Her aim is to assist her clients and their partners realize their goals, while navigating the complex web of laws that apply to First Nations and their businesses. This includes the constitutionally protected right to be consulted, as part of the project development and implementation processes. Darla br...

Tracey's focus is in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law and is frequently called upon to share her knowledge as a speaker or media commentator. Tracey was also named to the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada in the field of Labour and Employment Law. Previously on Executive Committee of the Firm for seven years. Focuses on Labour and Employment law. Tracey represents clients before labour boards, administrative tribunals and the courts. Assists businesses in drafting and negot...

Chair of the Executive Board of the Firm, Karen is a litigation lawyer whose practice is focused on civil, construction, insurance and commercial litigation and arbitration. Karen assists clients with a variety of matters, including shareholder disputes, negligence claims and contractual disputes, and insurance litigation. Karen has a particular focus on construction-related litigation, acting for owners, contractors, sub-contractors, architects and engineers, in complex construction disputes...

Paul is passionate about helping his clients “make life less taxing". A partner with Taylor McCaffrey LLP and a member of the firm’s tax law group, Paul’s practice is focused on taxation and related corporate/commercial matters including owner-manager tax issues and trust and estate planning. Active in his profession, Paul maintains membership in the Canadian Tax Foundation and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and is the past chair of the Tax Subsection of the M...

Rob has extensive experience in Real Estate Law. He is the Head of the Firm's Real Estate practice area and represents condominium builders, developers, and condominium boards and corporations.

Partner Admitted to the Bar, 1984, Manitoba; 1992, Ontario. Education University of Saskatchewan. University of Alberta (B.A., 1979; LL.B., 1982). Mediation, Arbitration and Collaborative Law training. Recognitions Appointed Queen's Counsel (2019). Canadian Bar Association Cecilia I. Johnstone Outstanding Service Award (2015). Lexpert Zenith Award: Celebrating Women Leaders in the Legal Profession (2013). MBA Isabel Ross (MacLean) Hunt Award (2013). University of Alberta Alumni Honour Award (...

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

Michael Puchniak’s corporate and commercial law practice includes advising businesses on structure, growth, and corporate governance, as well as acquisitions, dispositions and various contractual arrangements. Michael has experience in the preparation of a variety of commercial agreements including shareholder, partnership, joint venture and purchase and sale agreements. Michael also advises lenders and borrowers on domestic loan transactions involving office, retail, multi-tenant resid...

Joe brings tremendous business and practical insight, as well as technical excellence to the table. As a trusted advisor, he works intimately with his clients, often being chosen to lead contract negotiations. While Joe has handled deals of all types, he is especially knowledgeable with the Insurance, Aviation and rail industries, including their technology needs. He led the $80 million Manitoba Blue Cross Claims Processing Solution Project and subsequent commercialization of the technology. ...

Cynthia L. Lazar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Cynthia L., who practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cynthia L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.