Toronto, Canada – Simes Law has been named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2026, showcasing its continued dedication and commitment to providing the best legal advice and the highest level of service to its clients in the field of Employment and Labour Law. The accolade reflects the firm’s unwavering drive to excellence and ethical integrity.
Simes Law is a highly respected law firm, recognised by peers and industry leaders for its innovative legal strategies and deep understanding of complex workplace issues. The team has consistently set benchmarks in both policy shaping and legal representation.
This year marks the second year in a row for the boutique law firm to have showcased their exemplary leadership in the legal industry. Details of last years award can be found here.
The prestigious recognition has been awarded by The Globe and Mail in collaboration with the global data and analytics firm Statista, which surveyed lawyers across Canada to identify the nation’s most respected firms.
A complete list of this year’s award winners and the Globe and Mail’s methodology can be found here.
An Esteemed Honour
The survey conducted by The Globe and Mail and Statista consulted thousands of legal professionals, who were asked to recommend firms outside of their own, focusing on expertise, quality of client service, and peer reputation. To be named Canada’s Best Law Firm in Employment and Labour Law in this highly competitive landscape is a significant achievement and testament to the trust Simes Law has earned within the legal community.
“We are extremely thankful to our industry peers for their continued recognition” said Nicole Simes, Founder and Lawyer at Simes Law. “Despite our growth over the past year, the team at Simes Law is committed to the same level of excellence that we have maintained since our foundation.”
A Legacy of Excellence in Employment and Labour Law
For years, Simes Law has been at the forefront of employment law in Canada, advocating for employees and advising companies across sectors on a wide range of workplace issues, including compliance, workplace safety, and discrimination prevention. The firm’s team of experts is known for its collaborative approach, working closely with clients to address challenges unique to each business and industry.
This year, the team was separately recognised by various publications and platforms including the Best Lawyers and Women in Leadership Law.
The firm’s success can also be attributed to its dedication to ongoing legal education and training, enabling its team to stay current on employment and labour law trends, and remain agile in adapting to legislative changes. Simes Law is committed to legal excellence as well as fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace for its own staff, reflecting the values it advocates for on behalf of its clients.
About Simes Law
Simes Law is a full-service employment and labour law firm based in Barrie and Toronto (including neighbourhoods such as Bloor, Yonge, and Danforth) serving clients nationwide. The firm specializes in all aspects of employment and human rights law and provides highly responsive, strategic, intelligent advocacy for all work-related matters from pre-employment, throughout the employment relationship and after the end of employment.
The firm is dedicated to advocating for fair and equitable workplace practices, providing expert counsel on a broad spectrum of employment and labour matters.
