Tierney Stauffer LLP is proud to be recognized among Canada’s top law firms in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada. This recognition highlights the firm’s ongoing dedication to excellence and its reputation for achieving outstanding results for clients. Acknowledged regionally for two practice areas, Tierney Stauffer LLP continues to demonstrate leadership within the legal community. The firm was also included in the inaugural 2025 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada.
Understanding the Best Law Firms® Rankings
For more than 14 years, Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers®, has offered a reliable and comprehensive evaluation of premier law firms worldwide. The rankings are derived from detailed data analysis incorporating peer evaluations and client feedback. Achieving this distinction reflects exceptional professionalism, client service, and integrity within the legal industry.
As Best Lawyers® CEO Philip Greer explains:
“At Best Lawyers, we are proud to recognize law firms that show an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction. In the legal arena, credibility is earned through consistent quality, which has propelled these firms to the forefront of the legal industry.”
About Best Lawyers®
Founded over 40 years ago, Best Lawyers® is the most established and respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Its listings are determined entirely by confidential peer assessments from accomplished practitioners in each field and jurisdiction. Because inclusion cannot be purchased, the distinction remains one of the most credible forms of recognition in law.
A Benchmark of Legal Distinction
A Best Law Firms™ designation represents one of the highest professional honours available to law firms in Canada. Firms are ranked nationally and within metropolitan regions based on the scope of their practice and geographic presence. Tier placement reflects a firm’s elite status and its commitment to professional integrity and exemplary service.
The 2026 rankings recognize firms across 34 national and 68 metropolitan practice areas, representing the top 2% of law firms in Canada. They are based on a rigorous analysis of client feedback, peer commentary, and proprietary research.
Tierney Stauffer LLP Ranked for Family Law and Personal Injury Litigation
Tierney Stauffer LLP’s inclusion in the 2026 Best Law Firms™ – Canada rankings includes recognition in the following categories:
- Metropolitan Tier 2 (Ottawa): Family Law
- Metropolitan Tier 3 (Ottawa): Personal Injury Litigation
Recognition Through The Best Lawyers in Canada™
Eligibility for Best Law Firms™ – Canada requires that at least one lawyer within the firm be recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for the corresponding year. This ensures that every ranked firm meets the highest professional standards through peer and client validation.
Tierney Stauffer LLP is proud that two of its members have been named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™, reinforcing the firm’s continued excellence in advocacy and client service:
- Susan D. Mitchell: Recognized for Personal Injury Litigation
- Mary Jane Binks, K.C.: Recognized for Family Law
Tierney Stauffer LLP: Established Legal Excellence in Ottawa, Cornwall, Kingston, and North Bay
Tierney Stauffer LLP has been a respected presence in Ottawa’s legal community since 1982. For over four decades, we have been committed to delivering high-quality legal services to clients across the greater Ottawa region in a broad range of practice areas. Our lawyers take pride in offering approachable, straightforward service and unwavering dedication to achieving outstanding results for our clients and community. To book a consultation, please contact us online or call 1-888-799-8057.
