They stand out through their expertise, client-focused service, and efficient dispute resolution
This year’s Top Litigation Boutiques excel by combining creativity, courage, and commercial insight with legal expertise and advocacy skills, often guiding clients through high-stakes cases while helping them avoid public relations challenges.
A 2023 Thomson Reuters report highlighted that top litigation firms stand out through subject matter expertise, client-focused service, and efficient dispute resolution. Key litigation areas include contract disputes, insurance, and emerging issues like class actions and AI-related cases.
“Today’s litigation is not for the faint of heart, and the best of the best are those advocates who anticipate where the law is going and who are brave enough to push the law in the directions it should go,” said Erik S. Knutsen of Queen’s University Faculty of Law. “Creativity and knowing the power of the possible is key. They are on the bleeding edge of legal thinking.”
Hunter Litigation Chambers, a top-ranked firm, has earned a strong reputation for courtroom excellence and for nurturing the next generation of leading litigators. “We recruit and retain good lawyers who provide excellent service to clients across a wide variety of practice areas. The specifics of the files we’re working on at any given time may vary, but our overall approach and strategy have remained consistent since the firm’s inception,” said Claire E. Hunter of Hunter Litigation Chambers.”
Stockwoods LLP has consistently been recognized as a top litigation firm due to its creative, strategic, and client-focused approach. The firm takes time to understand its clients' needs and leverages its litigation expertise to build long-term relationships and deliver effective results. Partner Andrea Gonsalves noted that their commitment to excellence is acknowledged by peers, who frequently refer clients to the firm. The firm’s philosophy of "Smart litigation" reflects its strategic vision and commitment to solving complex legal problems with practical, tailored solutions.
Lundy Levy Eski Baum, established in February 2024, aims to provide exceptional client service and legal expertise while fostering an inclusive environment that supports diverse practice areas and helps young lawyers build successful careers. In its first seven months, the firm achieved a 100 percent associate retention rate, which is credited to supporting staff interests, providing honest feedback, and offering a clear path to partnership.
“Being able to spot risk and help clients before a dispute arises has been a critical part of our success. Because we are small and new, we can be innovative,” said Zohar Levy of Lundy Levy Eski Baum.
Founded in 2018, Adair Goldblatt Bieber LLP (AGB) has quickly become one of Canada's top litigation boutiques, known for exceptional advocacy and practical legal solutions in civil, commercial, regulatory, and administrative litigation. Clients consistently trust AGB to handle complex, high-stakes legal matters, benefiting from the firm’s combination of legal expertise and modern, tailored approaches to achieve effective results.
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP is another leading litigation boutique that delivers results across various legal areas, including commercial litigation, labour disputes, class actions, and professional discipline. The firm is involved in high-profile cases and trusted by a diverse client base, ranging from businesses and individuals to unions, regulatory bodies, and public interest organizations. Committed to excellence in advocacy, the firm consistently provides intelligent, effective solutions to complex and sensitive legal issues.
The top 10 firms in Eastern Canada are Stockwoods LLP; Adair Goldblatt Bieber LLP; Lundy Levi Eski Baum; Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP; Babin Bessner Spry LLP; Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP; Lax O’Sullivan Lisus Gottlieb LLP; Lenczner Slaght LLP; Thronton Grout Finnigan LLP; and Woods LLP.
The top five firms in Western Canada are Hunter Litigation Chambers; HMC Lawyers LLP; Jensen Shawa Solomon Duguid Hawkes LLP; Nathanson, Schachter & Thompson LLP; and Peacock Linder Halt & Mack LLP.
Canadian Lawyer congratulates the top litigation boutiques for 2024–25. See more information about the winners.
