We earn our greatest number of Canadian Lexpert Directory rankings ever

• Achieve growth in individual rankings of 74% in Mergers & Acquisitions, 13% in Banking & Financial Institutions and 29% in complex litigation
• Toronto office continues to grow strategic practice rankings, as well as individual rankings
• Next generation of leaders recognized

Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright had its best performance ever in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, receiving 103 firm rankings in 32 practice areas. 175 of the firm’s lawyers received a total of 369 individual rankings, with 107 of them achieving multiple recognitions. 29 lawyers were ranked for the first time. The full list of rankings is posted here.

20 lawyers across the country received 30 Most Frequently Recommended rankings, and 11 practice teams received 17 Most Frequently Recommended rankings, the highest level in the Lexpert Directory.

"We are pleased to see this recognition of the quality, breadth and scope of our legal talent across Canada, underscored by over 70 lawyers achieving new or improved rankings." said Charles Hurdon, Managing Partner - Canada. "It's in keeping with the momentum and growth that we're experiencing in the market."

Of particular note, 33 lawyers received rankings in the corporate M&A category, further highlighting the national strength of the firm in this area. Furthermore, our Toronto office continues to secure and grow Most Frequently Recommended individual and practice rankings in key areas, including strategic corporate and high-end litigation. Finally, 24 recently-named partners were recognized for the first time this year, further demonstrating the impressive bench strength of our next generation. 

About Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory is the most comprehensive guide of legal talent in Canada. Published since 1997, the directory profiles leading practitioners across Canada in over 60 practice areas and leading law firms in over 40 areas.