DLA Piper Canada lawyers recognized in 2026 Legal 500 Canada‎ guide

The Legal 500 Canada has once more recognized DLA Piper Canada and its lawyers across multiple practice areas in their 2026 guide. The firm received rankings in 18 key practice areas, with inaugural rankings for our Mining, White Collar Crime and Insurance (Firms to Watch) teams. 

Congratulations to Rebecca von Ruti (Dispute Resolution) on receiving her first Leading Lawyer ranking. Leading lawyers to repeat their ranking this year include: Ian Bendell (Projects), Wally Braul (Environmental), Andrew Burton (Projects), Robert Fonn (Cannabis), Michael Ford, K.C. (Employment), Josh Jantzi (Environmental), Elizabeth Mayer (Infrastructure/Projects), Catherine Pawluch (Transportation), Sangeetha Punniyamoorthy (IP), and Bruce Stratton (IP). 

Bentley Gaikis (IP) and Robert Fonn (Corporate M&A) were recognized as Next Generation Partners, while Katrina Edgerton-McGhan (Dispute Resolution) and Taryn Urquhart (Transport) were listed as Leading Associates. In addition to our ranked lawyers, over 40 Canadian lawyers received a mention in the guide for their important contributions to their areas of practice.

“I am proud to see our practice groups and lawyers recognized once more by The Legal 500 Canada,” said Robert Seidel, K.C., Canada Managing Partner. “These rankings highlight the teamwork, commitment to excellence and exceptional client service which continues to set us apart in the Canadian market.”

The Legal 500 series is widely acknowledged as one of the world’s largest legal referral guides, with the Canada guide recognizing the best Canadian firms and lawyers practising within the Canadian market. Results are based on extensive research conducted by the directory over the course of the year, including in-depth submissions and thousands of interviews with client and industry leaders.