We are proud to be ranked in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth (HNW) Guide, 2019 Edition, in the following areas:
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth – Canada: sources describe Blaney McMurtry as a “best of class firm”,with “significant resources” and “depth of expertise”. A client commented "The thing about Blaneys is that they've got it all there. They've got everything for wealthy clients under one roof. Every legal problem can be dealt with by someone at that firm. They check all boxes”.
Blaneys' partner Jim Edney was also recognized as a “Notable Practitioner” in the area of Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth, with a client describing him as “tremendous lawyer”; One market source commented “He is a seasoned, very experienced lawyer”. Another source described him as “strategic on how to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients". Another market source described him as “intelligent, thoughtful, reasoned and reasonable lawyer” as well as “direct and easy to deal with”.
Blaneys' partner Judy Piafsky was also recognized as a “Notable Practitioner” in the area of Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth, with sources describing her as “being both tough and reasonable”; “her legal and people skills are exceptional”. Another source comments that she is “extremely diligent, hard-working, and has an excellent work ethic and commitment to her clients”.
Blaneys' partner Margaret Rintoul was also ranked in the areas of Private Wealth Law - Canada and Private Wealth Disputes – Canada. Peers described her as “very well rounded”; Market insiders commented “Her reputation is pretty much best in the business in Toronto" and “she is respected by everybody”. Sources report that “She provides down-to-earth advice and guidance but is also able to come up with unique solutions. Her greatest strength is her depth of knowledge and the ability to apply that knowledge to difficult situations in a way that both professionals and laypersons can understand”.
To read more about Blaneys’ rankings in Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth - Canada, click here.
To read more about Blaneys’ rankings in Private Wealth Law - Canada and Private Wealth Disputes - Canada, click here.
