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Meredith E. Jones is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law, Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Professional Malpractice Law. Meredith E., who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Meredith E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John Peters is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. John, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Reed W. Taubner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Reed W., who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Reed W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Daniel Boivin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Negligence. Daniel, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Daniel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

With more than 30 years of knowledge and experience, Don provides guidance to family-owned businesses and high net worth individuals in Ottawa and the surrounding region. His areas of practice include corporate law, wills, trusts, and succession planning, with a primary focus on the creation of tax-effective structures for the accumulation and transfer of wealth. Clients appreciate his accessibility, judgment, quality of work, and proactive approach in addressing their needs. Don studied math...

Martha J. Savoy is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Martha J., who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Martha J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Donald Dow is a partner in the firm's Ottawa office practising in the advocacy department. Donald’s practice is focused in the area of medical defence litigation, health law and professional disciplinary proceedings. Donald has over 17 years of experience in malpractice litigation, medical device/instruments liability claims, class actions and has handled numerous civil trials. He has appeared as counsel at the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. Donald heads our Ot...

Melanie Polowin is a partner in Gowlings' Ottawa office, practising in the Employment and Labour Law National Practice Group. Melanie advises Canadian and international employers, from start-ups to well established companies, on how to effectively manage all aspects of their employment relationships, from recruitment and hiring to termination. Melanie also assists businesses and investors with the employment aspects of corporate life-cycle events, including starting up, financing, mergers and...

Graham Ragan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Administrative and Public Law and Public Procurement Law. Graham, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Graham is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Anthony P. McGlynn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Trusts and Estates. Anthony P., who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anthony P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.