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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.

Ryan Hauk is a partner in the Construction Law Group at Torkin Manes LLP and Chair of the firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group in Toronto, Ontario. His practice focuses on construction law, commercial litigation , and dispute resolution matters involving a broad range of industries and projects across the Greater Toronto Area. Ryan represents clients in breach of contract claims, construction lien matters, adjudications, arbitrations, shareholder and partnership disputes, an...

Patrick Gannon’s practice is focused on labour, employment and human rights. Regularly working with both unionized and non-union workplaces, Patrick advises clients on employment agreements, collective agreement interpretation, union certification, employment standards, wrongful dismissal, workplace safety and insurance as well as human rights and pay equity. Advising government bodies, such as the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and Pay Equity Commission, Patrick has represented c...

Partner | Commercial Leasing, Construction & Telecommunications Brian is a partner at the Daoust Vukovich LLP. He has extensive experience advising, and negotiating on behalf of, some of Canada’s largest and most active players in the real estate industry. His practice is comprised of: commercial leasing of retail, office, and industrial properties, of all classes and types; including in specialized areas such as: mixed-use, medical, live/work, and commercial condominium, constructi...

Stephanie combines dedication, critical thinking and a results-oriented mindset to assist family law clients through their difficult circumstances. As an Partner at Epstein Cole, Stephanie practices in all areas of family law, with a particular focus on complex property and equalization issues, child and spousal support, high conflict parenting disputes and domestic contracts (cohabitation, marriage and separation agreements). Stephanie has experience navigating corporate, tax, estate and bus...

Lori Mark is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Lori practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Lori Mark since 2022. 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 Lori Mark is held by other lawyers.

Martha was called to the Bar in Ontario in 1991, winning the Silver Medal and the Family Law and Advocacy Prizes. She has practised family law since her call, first in a large Bay Street firm, then at a large specialist boutique, and now with her own firm. Though Martha’s practice focuses on all aspects of family law, she has regularly advocated on behalf of same-sex couples. Martha’s work in M. v. H., Halpern, and the Same Sex Marriage Reference resulted in equal marriage and wid...

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...

Rubin Rapuch’s practice is focused on capital markets, capital raising and mergers and acquisitions. Regularly representing investment banking firms on public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, Rubin has also been involved in several initial public offerings. A highly skilled lawyer, Rubin assists clients on highly complex transactions under tight deadlines. Rubin has quarterbacked several significant transactions, seamlessly balancing the business needs of clients and...

Christopher Steeves is the Leader of the firm’s Tax group. Frequently advising Canadian businesses in corporate restructurings and acquisitions, Christopher also assists with income tax aspects of complex domestic and cross-border financings, and financial instruments including derivatives, securities lending and collective investment funds. With expertise in transfer pricing and the resolution of disputes with Canadian tax authorities, Christopher has worked with clients and advisors o...