Congratulations to our Partners on being recognized as leading lawyers in the 2026 Canadian Legal LEXPERT® Directory.

Each lawyer was selected based upon a comprehensive annual survey, ongoing since 1994. They are acknowledged as leaders in their respective fields and are prominent lawyers in their practice areas. 

For more than 30 years, CAMA has worked to strengthen relationships between Aboriginal Peoples and the minerals industry.

Foglers is pleased to support the re-launch of CAMA during PDAC 2026: The World’s Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention.  To learn more about CAMA’s 2026 initiatives visit: www.aboriginalminerals.ca

Join us in celebrating our five newly promoted partners: Ruth Ambros, Teodora (Prpa) Obradovic, Natalia Sidlar, Stephen Skorbinski and Adam Wheeler.

Throughout their respective practices, each of these individuals demonstrates a commitment to our firm’s core values of professional excellence and personalized client service. Please join us in celebrating this milestone in their careers!

Congratulations to Hailey Abramsky, Kathryn Balter, Alexander Evangelista, Samantha Green and Max Samuels, who will all serve on the Ontario Bar Association’s Section Executives for the 2025/2026 term!  We wish each of them a great year with their respective Law Sections and Executive teams.

Our Employment Law Team has been recognized as a Mondaq Thought Leader for writing the second most popular article on compliance across Canada, “Employers Take Notice: Updates To The Employment Standards Act”. 

The Mondaq Thought Leadership Awards showcase top authors based on total readership. Congrats to the team: Andrea McCrae Marsland, Stephen Bernofsky, Paul Schwartzman, Diana Saturno, and Luisa D’Alessio.

Read the full article: Employers Take Notice: Updates To The Employment Standards Act

Congratulations to our Partners on being recognized as leading lawyers in the 2025 Canadian Legal LEXPERT® Directory.

Each lawyer was selected based upon a comprehensive annual survey, ongoing since 1994. They are acknowledged as leaders in their respective fields and are prominent lawyers in their practice areas. 

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP named as one of the 2025 Top 10 Ontario Regional Firms

Canadian Lawyer conducted a far-reaching analysis of the legal industry and recognized Fogler, Rubinoff LLP as one of the standout performers. To read the full report visit: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/rankings/the-top-10-law-firms-in-ontario/391560#winnersListSection

Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at Canadian Lawyer shared his insights on the selection process, stating, “Fogler, Rubinoff LLP fully deserve their place in these prestigious top 10 rankings. They are leading the way in the profession by providing a range of top-class services and being trusted partners to clients all across Ontario.” 

Canadian Lawyer’s 30+ strong Intelligence Unit compiled the final winners list after the completion of a rigorous process, canvassing the opinions of objective industry experts and collating leading-edge research. The prestigious list of honourees was then matched with the Top 10 Ontario Regional Firms’ precise criteria.

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP  is delighted to be included among the legal industry’s top performers.

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is pleased to announce a new milestone in our firm’s leadership. Eric Roblin has been elected as Chair of the firm, and Leneo Sdao as the firm’s new Managing Partner, effective March 1, 2025. 

This leadership change starts a new chapter in the firm’s continued commitment to providing exceptional legal services as one of Ontario’s leading law firms. Together, Eric and Leneo will share the responsibility of overseeing the strategic direction of the firm, leading our talented team of professionals, and fostering a collaborative and empowering work environment. As co-leaders, both will continue to maintain their practices.

Eric Roblin, is an influential leader within the firm, having served as the Department Chair for our Capital Markets & Securities practice and as a member of the Executive Committee. 

Leneo Sdao, is a skilled commercial real estate lawyer and is known as a trusted advisor. His time on our firm’s Executive Committee and his focus on fostering a culture of excellence make him exceptionally suited for his new role.

“Both Eric and Leneo are highly respected by their peers and clients, who trust them with their most important matters. Serving in past leadership roles at the firm has earned them both a strong and respected voice among our Partners, and we are thrilled to have them guide our firm forward in this next chapter,” said Michael Slan.

This change marks the completion of Michael Slan’s tenure as Managing Partner. Over the past decade, Michael’s leadership and vision have led the firm through a period of significant growth and transformation. Under his guidance, the firm strengthened key areas of practice, welcomed prominent new partners, and enjoyed some of its most successful years in its 45-year history. Michael will remain an integral part of our firm as a senior Partner, and he looks forward to focusing on his corporate practice and supporting our new leadership and the firm’s ongoing success.

Please join us in congratulating Eric and Leneo.

Congratulations to Marie Lussier who has been recognized as a leading Trademark lawyer by World Trademark Review. The WTR 1000 has established itself as the definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark expertise.

We are thrilled to announce that Nina Perfetto, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal.

This honour is bestowed upon a select group of individuals who have made a significant contribution to Canada, a particular province, territory, region, or community within Canada, or who have achieved outstanding accomplishments abroad that bring credit to Canada.

As a sought-after litigator, Nina’s professional accomplishments, coupled with her dedication to her community have earned her this recognition.  Nina was one of 20 recipients nominated by Senator Toni Varone and was presented with the medal at a ceremony on January 19, 2025.

Congratulations on this achievement.