News of the Firm May 1, 2023

Benchmark Litigation Canada's 2023 Edition: BCF Stands Out Once Again

Benchmark Litigation Canada's 2023 edition revealed the firms and lawyers that stood out the most during the past year.

We are proud to announce that BCF has once again been ranked as a "recommended firm". Five of our partners have also been recognized for their litigation expertise and have once again been named "Litigation Stars". This is a prestigious award based on the appreciation of clients, peers, and their work quality.

The BCF partners listed in the 2023 edition of Benchmark Litigation Canada are:

Congratulations for this remarkable distinction!

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