Richard W. "Rick" Schwartz

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...

Brant has represented a diverse range of clients, from small startups to multinational corporations. He has a proven track record of success in negotiating and drafting contracts, advising on corporate governance matters, and facilitating mergers and acquisitions. He also brings business acumen and perspective from his recent tenure working in-house for a large publicly traded company where he gained valuable insights into corporate deal making, risk management, and the importance of aligning...

David Marshall has practiced in the area of corporate and commercial transactions since receiving his call to the Bar. Mr. Marshall’s practice has been primarily focused on real estate oriented matters for the past 15 years and has included: representing major national retailers in acquiring or leasing properties in Manitoba; acquisition, disposition and financing of multi-tenant residential properties, including portfolio divestures; land development; leasing and financing of single an...

Jessica Schofield is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Jessica practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Jessica Schofield since 2023. 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 Jessica Schofield is held by other lawyers.

Sean Hicks is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Sean practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized Sean Hicks since 2024. 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 Sean Hicks is held by other lawyers.

Bruce is a partner with Pitblado Law practicing corporate and commercial law. He has over 30 years’ experience in advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, commercial real estate, property development, corporate governance, transaction structuring, corporate finance as well as shareholder and partnership agreements. Bruce also provides general legal advice to business owners and assists organizations with their contractual needs. Throughout his career, Bruce has been counsel on nume...

Mr. Snyder has been repeatedly selected by Best Lawyers as one of the best lawyers in Canada under the category of Corporate Law. He has extensive corporate finance and securities law experience. Representative clients range from national and multi-national companies to owner-managed businesses. Managing Partner and Chair of the Firm Admitted to the Bar, 1988, Ontario; 1991, Manitoba. Education University of Toronto (B.A. (Hons.), 1983). Osgoode Hall Law School (LL.B., 1986). Canadian Securit...

John Myers practises primarily in the areas of intellectual property protection and enforcement (copyrights, trademarks, domain names, trade secrets, confidential information and patent litigation), with an emphasis on issues related to the pharmaceutical industry. Since 1991, he has represented clients before the Manitoba, Ontario and British Columbia Courts, the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada, and in arbitrations before the World Intellectual Prop...

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...

David King is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Municipal Law and Real Estate Law. David practices law in Winnipeg, Manitoba Best Lawyers has recognized David King since 2024. 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 David King is held by other lawyers.