Preeminent in anti-bribery matters and investigations across Canada, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP also excels in criminal defence and trial litigation. The group provides crisis response for corporate clients, such as defending against criminal and regulatory search warrants, and advises clients in relation to Canada’s anti-corruption laws. Directing the practice, Mark Morrison KC has notable proficiency in multi-jurisdictional internal investigations, anti-bribery and corruption matters. Another standout member of the team is Sean Boyle, who focuses on defence of securities prosecutions, fraud and government investigations. Iris Fischer is a key advisor on criminal and regulatory enforcement. John Fast was promoted to partner in January 2025.

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP is a reference in the market for white-collar investigations and prosecutions, with extensive trial experience in the group. The team specialises in tax evasion, anti-corruption sanctions and anti-money laundering. Practice head Graeme Hamilton acts for companies and individuals in high-stakes litigation and investigations, advising on allegations of bribery, fraud and sanctions violations. Established litigator David Di Paolo is another name to note, with experience defending clients in class actions related to fraud, breach of trust and unpaid wages.

The white-collar crime team at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP is preeminent at trial and appellate level, with particular knowledge of the provincial police forces and special anti-corruption units. Léon Moubayed leads the group, exhibiting skill in national and cross-border investigations, negotiation of settlements, and attacks of search warrants, production orders and wiretaps. Derek Ricci is best known for his disputes work, and has in-depth knowledge of fraud and conspiracy cases, whilst Chantelle Cseh handles white collar, fraud and securities matters, including litigation and investigations. At an associate level, Pauline Beaupré is active in high-stakes investigations and prosecutions.

With expertise in anti-corruption, Dentons has a global reach that makes it well-placed to advise on matters with an international element. The group also has a proven track record in foreign bribery cases and securities matters. Leading the team, Anthony Cole is particularly well-placed to advise on anti-bribery, corruption and anti-money-laundering matters. Paul Lalonde balances a busy workload of anti-dumping and countervail investigations, international sanctions and anti-corruption compliance. Senior associate David Konkin comfortably handles government investigations and regulatory criminal prosecutions. Murray Rodych retired from the firm in February 2025.

The white-collar crime group at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is best known for guiding clients in a range of matters, including conflicts of interest, money laundering, asset tracing and cyber breaches. Directing the practice, Jordan Deering has extensive experience in litigation, investigations and regulatory proceedings related to fraud, bribery and corruption. Alan Sarhan is a key contact for compliance with modern slavery laws and corporate reporting obligations, whilst David Neave focuses on environmental, natural resources and municipal matters.

McCarthy Tétrault's white-collar crime team has a proven track record in investigations, including those with multi-jurisdictional elements and with potential risks of money laundering, corruption and tax evasion. At the helm of the practice, Andrew Matheson stands out for his work in securities, corruption and regulatory matters. Julie-Martine Loranger has extensive experience before courts of all jurisdictions, in addition to regulators, arbitrators and mediators. Another key member of the team is Shane D’Souza, who is sought out by capital markets clients to conduct internal investigations into potential violations of securities law, fraud and regulatory breaches.

Clients seek out Norton Rose Fulbright for strategic advice on mitigating financial, reputational and operational risks whilst navigating Canada’s regulatory enforcement landscape. The group is well-placed to advise on international strategy, provide insights for risk mitigation. Spearheading the team, François Fontaine, Ad E is rated for his work in high-profile investigations, in addition to in-depth experience of fraud and anti-corruption matters. Frédéric Plamondon is highly noted for his work on financial crime, asset recovery and evidence preservation, whilst Stephen Nattrass is geared to support on regulatory issues such as business ethics and anti-corruption, privacy, and procurement.

Stikeman Elliott LLP deals with a variety of white-collar crime matters, including recovery proceedings and enforcement proceedings and internal investigations related to fraud and corruption allegations. Stéphanie Lapierre leads the team, and is regularly sought out by boards to investigate and advise on potential regulatory infractions and financial crimes. Marc-André Coulombe typically acts in cases on corporate misconduct, employee fraud/misappropriation and corruption, and Guillaume Boudreau-Simard advises clients on compliance with domestic and international anti-corruption legislation.

With extensive knowledge of conducting investigations, Torys stands out for its in white-collar crime. The group specializes in c-suite misconduct and fraudulent action, governance reviews, and crisis response and management. Leadership of the practice is shared between John Fabello and Lisa Talbot. Fabello is very experienced in securities litigation, internal investigations, crisis management and regulatory compliance. Talbot conducts investigations into mismanagement of public funds, policy breaches and financial regulatory non-compliance. Rebecca Wise is recommended for her expertise in internal investigations, financial misconduct and corruption.