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Lexpert-ranked leading litigation lawyers Hasan, Nader R. Stockwoods LLP > (416) 593-1668 naderh@stockwoods.ca Nader practises criminal, regulatory, and constitutional law. He defends clients accused of criminal misconduct, including white collar crime, drug offences, homicide, sexual offences, and professional misconduct. He has an expertise in digital privacy law and search and seizure issues, and has appeared in many of the leading Supreme Court of Canada cases in these areas. Nader also acts regularly for clients seeking to vindicate their constitutional rights in high-profile cases. He has acted for the wrongfully convicted and asylum seekers. He also acts for Indigenous groups in environmental and constitutional cases. He was recently lead counsel for the successful appellants in the Supreme Court of Canada's landmark Indigenous rights decision in Clyde River v. Petroleum Geo-Services Inc. Nader is a graduate of Harvard University (BA), the University of Cambridge (MPhil) and the University of Toronto, Faculty of Law ( JD). Upon graduation from law school, Nader clerked for the Honourable Marshall Rothstein of the Supreme Court of Canada. Heinsen, Patrick, KC Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) > (403) 232-9614 pheinsen@blg.com Patrick is a partner and Regional Group Manager of Specialized Litigation in BLG's Calgary office. He has particular expertise handling claims against architects, engineers (including structural, mechanical, geotechnical and water resources), project consultants and locating/surveying professionals. Patrick has also successfully defended insurers, insurance brokers, MGAs, real estate agents, health care professionals, medical product manufacturers, and commercial hosts. He has appeared before all levels of court in Alberta and has successfully conducted matters in courts of British Columbia, Saskatchewan and the Federal Court of Canada. Patrick is an integral part of the BLG Health Law Group, and has successfully defended Alberta Health Services in respect of its COVID-19 immunization policy. His extensive experience in professional negligence defence, in addition to his current role as Manager of Specialized Litigation, makes him a key player in this important client sector. Recognized in the 2023 (and since 2018) edition of e Best Lawyers in Canada. Called to the Alberta Bar in 2001. Herbst, Ludmila B., KC FARRIS > (604) 661-1722 lherbst@farris.com Partner Ludmila Herbst, KC, is a leading litigator in corporate, commercial, regulatory and constitutional cases. She has represented clients before all levels of court in BC, the Federal Court and the Supreme Court of Canada, as well as arbitral and administrative tribunals including the BC Utilities Commission. She co-authored Commercial Arbitration in Canada: A Guide to Domestic and International Arbitrations, which is a leading text cited by trial and appellate courts across Canada. She has written many articles, has presented at and chaired numerous conferences, and is the long-time assistant editor of e Advocate, which is distributed six times per year to BC lawyers and subscribers beyond. She also chairs e Advocates' Society Regional Advisory Committee, sits on the Vancouver International Arbitration Centre's board, and participates on varied subcommittees. She has been a member of advisory groups including on reform to the provincial Limitation Act and Arbitration Act. She is ranked highly by Best Lawyers (including as one of its 2023 Lawyers of the Year), Benchmark Canada (including as one of its top women in litigation nationwide), Chambers Canada and Lexpert. Admitted to the British Columbia Bar (1999). Appointed King's Counsel (2015). Hoffer, Lloyd M. Hoffer Adler LLP > (416) 977-2555 lhoffer@hofferadler.com A founding partner of Hoffer Adler LLP. A graduate of Queen's University and University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Called to the Bar of Ontario in 1990. Practises civil litigation with emphasis on franchising disputes in addition to other business litigation. Also experienced in professional liability, personal injury defence, insurance, and other subject matter. Experienced in trial and appellate proceedings in provincial and federal courts, as well as before administrative tribunals. Regularly advises on franchising and franchise-related legal disputes including with respect to alternative dispute resolution, as well as representation in court. A writer and speaker on franchising topics including seminars organized by the Canadian Franchise Association and the Ontario Bar Association. Listed as a leading practitioner in Franchise Law by Lexpert, listed in Who's Who Legal in franchise law, recognized as a Franchise Times Legal Eagle, recognized in e Best Lawyers in Canada in franchise law and personal injury litigation, and Martindale-Hubbell peer review rated AV preeminent. Hogan, Timothy C. Harrison Pensa LLP > (519) 661-6743 thogan@harrisonpensa.com Tim is a Partner within the Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Group and the firm's Co-Managing Partner. Tim represents creditors and receivers in insolvency, bankruptcy, and private and court-appointed receivership situations. He represents trustees in complex insolvencies and bankruptcies, monitors, and other stakeholders in CCAA proceedings, as well as major financial institutions in work-out and insolvency situations. Tim appears at all levels of court dealing with insolvency matters, including Commercial List proceedings. He also practises commercial litigation and has acted in matters ranging from contract disputes to securities compliance both at trial and appeal levels. Tim is a lecturer and instructor to numerous credit industry groups. He is also the author of various continuing legal education papers on insolvency issues. 62 www.lexpert.ca