National (August 3, 2022) – Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) has been recognized by Benchmark Litigation, with 13 partners included in its Top 100 Women in Canada and 40 & Under Hot List. Eight BLG lawyers were selected as leading women litigators in the country after being named as Benchmark Litigation’s Top 100 Women in Canada.
Benchmark Litigation's Top 100 Women in Canada highlights the nation’s foremost women litigators who have participated in the most impactful litigation matters in recent history, and earned the highest respect of peers and clients as leaders in the their respective fields.
The following BLG lawyers were included:
- Caitlin Sainsbury
- Cynthia (Cindy) Clarke
- Kate Crawford
- Kirsten Crain
- Michelle Maniago
- Nadia Effendi
- Sarah McEachern
- Patricia (Trish) Morrison, Q.C.
In addition, five BLG partners were highlighted in Benchmark Litigation’s 40& Under Hot List, which recognizes the best and brightest young talent who stand out in their practice in the U.S. and Canada.
These partners include:
- Anne Merminod
- Krista Johanson
- Loni da Costa
- Matti Lemmens
- Michelle Maniago
BLG’s Disputes Group is the preeminent litigation practice in Canada. Our diverse and experienced team works to prevent or resolve disputes by collaborating with clients to gain a complete understanding of their business and strategic objectives. BLG’s dedicated advocates reflect the knowledge and experience of the strongest, most well-rounded group of litigators and legal staff in Canada.