Toronto, September 9, 2020 — Recognized as a market leader for commitment to client service and industry-focused expertise, for the fourth consecutive year, McCarthy Tétrault received the most overall rankings and the most Band 1 lawyer rankings of any firm in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Additionally, the Firm received the most Band 1 practice and industry area rankings of any firm.

Chambers Canada 2021 recognized McCarthy Tétrault with:

• 31 Band 1 lawyer rankings
• 23 Band 1 practice and industry area rankings
• 166 total lawyer rankings
• 59 total practice and industry area rankings
• 225 total rankings

“We thank our clients for continuing to trust our expertise in handling some of Canada's most high-stakes and complex matters,” said Dave Leonard, Partner and CEO, McCarthy Tétrault. “These rankings reflect our commitment to focus on our clients’ current and future needs, while building and enhancing relationships that support their growth and business success.”

“The Firm remains focused on providing cross-practice industry-focused advice to clients in the industries driving the Canadian economy and key emerging sectors,” said Lara Nathans, Partner and Industry Strategy Leader, McCarthy Tétrault. “Our top-tier results and market-leading industry approach help business leaders navigate the changing economic landscape while anticipating and addressing emerging issues and remaining competitive.”

McCarthy Tétrault’s industry approach has been instrumental in supporting our clients and their strategic goals. The Firm received top-tier rankings across 20 industries driving market-leading results. The Firm also received Band 1 rankings in the following practice and industry areas:

Below is a sample of McCarthy Tétrault client feedback obtained by Chambers throughout their research process:

“We chose them because they are highly regarded in many areas of law, and particularly, in the areas where we required expertise. They have a broad reach geographically, and their network of partnerships with other highly regarded law firms in the US and Canada was also a very important factor. The firm in general, and each of the lawyers [with whom] we have worked [has] been incredibly responsive and demonstrated in-depth knowledge of our business.”

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Published since 1990, Chambers and Partners' guides rank the best law firms and lawyers across 185 jurisdictions throughout the world. Rankings are based on independent and objective research, including peer and client feedback. Chambers Canada ranks law firms and lawyers in more than 40 practice areas in all provinces and territories in Canada.

About McCarthy Tétrault

McCarthy Tétrault LLP provides a broad range of legal services, advising on large and complex assignments for Canadian and international interests. The firm has substantial presence in Canada’s major commercial centres as well as in New York City and London.

Built on an integrated approach to the practice of law and delivery of innovative client services, the firm brings its legal talent, industry insight and practice experience to help clients achieve the results that are important to them.