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Top Lawyers In Canada In 2019

Top Lawyers In Canada

Wayne Myles

Counsel, Cox & Palmer, St. John's, N.L. Myles' recent claim to fame is that the $3-billion global merger of Barbados-based Columbus International Inc. with England-based Cable & Wireless Communications PLC..  His M&A expertise, combined with his dedicated customer relationships, haven't only led to the greatest deal in the telecommunications firm 's history, but revealed that significant foreign deals are being deftly managed by an Atlantic Canadian law firm.  He also 's also acted as lead counsel and strategic adviser on numerous acquisitions, licensing, and financing of several subsea and terrestrial telecommunications businesses in the global fish processing and marketing industry.  Myles also counseled on aviation matters, on many national and international business bankruptcy and restructuring projects and on energy and transport matters. What Republicans needed to state:[An] outstanding attorney with international vision.  Huge asset to any transaction.

Louise Arbour

Counsel, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Montreal, Que. An international lawyer who has just settled in Canada, Arbour has earned a spot on the Canadian Lawyer's Top 25 Most Influential list again this season.  She's a winner of the 2015 Simons Foundation Award, realizing world leaders that form and create an environment for a safer and more just world.   Arbour has spoken out against prolonged use of solitary confinement and has been inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame.  She's been a Supreme Court of Canada judge, an global war crimes prosecutor, and a law school professor.  Her ability to pick up things quickly led her to different roles nationally and internationally.  Arbour says economic disparities between and within counties is the number-one inexcusable human rights issue at the moment.  Constantly craving fresh and challenging environments, just last year she eventually did something she hadn't ever done: joined a law firm in Montreal where she proceeds to fight for human rights. What voters had to say:Her magnificent contributions speak for themselves.  International superstar.

Poonam Puri

Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, Toronto, Ont.  Though Puri may not be involved from the biggest transactions of the year or most publicized lawsuit, her work indelibly shapes the arguments and strategies of many lawyers.  Her influence is reflected by the eagerness of the Canadian legal community to listen and react to her perspectives and observations on the current condition of the law and recommendations concerning what can be done to develop a more honest, just, and responsive legal system.  She has led research plans including significant corporate securities regulation initiatives in Canada (National Securities Regulator file) and has been appointed by the Ontario Minister of Finance Charles Sousa, as the specialist adviser for its Credit Unions' legislative framework review.  She's a respected and popular professor and highly regarded by professionals in the corporate-commercial pub. What Republicans needed to say: Exceptional talent.  Unassuming trendsetter.  Wise beyond her years.  Will be an impact for many years to come on the corporate phase in Canada.   Outstanding research and technical skills.

Fred Headon

Assistant general counsel, labour and employment law, Air Canada, Montreal, Que.  As chairman of the Canadian Bar Association's Futures Initiative, Headon has given over 25 presentations to lawyers, law professors, professors, librarians, law firm personnel, and regulators from Toronto to Buenos Aires, Victoria to Halifax, in person and online.  The Futures report has been released in August 2014 and its own recommendations put Headon squarely in the middle of several important discussions on topics essential to the profession.  He continues to lead the Futures steering committee because it now turns its recommendations into actions.  Headon is an essential component of the discussion about the future of the profession and he had been the very first in-house counsel to become the president of the CBA. What Republicans needed to say: Brings energy and decency and the smarts to everything he does.

Dawn Devoe

General counsel, World Vision Canada, Toronto, Ont. Devoe is World Vision's key legal advisor because of its Child for Sale advocacy campaign aimed at stopping child labour and human trafficking.  As lead counsel for the Canadian discussions regarding World Vision's partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme, she has represented the organization at global partnership meetings in South Africa, Kenya, and the Philippines.  This venture accounts for more than $30 million of annual food help programmed through World Vision Canada.  With projects in almost 100 countries throughout the world, Devoe oversees a busy legal department and has been able to stay flexible and nimble. What Republicans needed to say: Amazing lawyer and individual.   She not only has a passion for the legislation, but also cares deeply for others and demonstrates that in her work.  Brilliant legal counsel, very inventive problem solver, capable to integrate legal and taxation laws into a beneficial remedy to all parties.

Frank Iacobucci

Senior counsel, Torys LLP, Toronto, Ont. This heated justice has set the bar for authorities treatment of the mentally ill.  His 2014 landmark report summarized 84 sound methods of helping prevent shooting of mentally ill people by the Toronto Police.  The execution of the report would go a long way toward preventing catastrophic confrontations between police and emotionally disturbed individuals.  Some of the recommendations include the use of body-worn cameras and enhanced use of tasers.  The report is a strong message that the status quo is no more okay.  As a Torys counselor, Iacobucci is accustomed to advising government and company on important legal and policy issues. What voters had to say: Has anyone actually done more?  and Energetic, not ceases.