Abergel Goldstein & Partners LLP is thrilled to announce that partner Michael Spratt, C.S., has been recognized by Canadian Lawyer as one of Canada’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers of 2020.
Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential in the Canadian justice system and legal profession is now in its 11th year. This year, the final list was compiled based on hundreds of nominations, thousands of votes and voter comments, and input from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Canadian Lawyer InHouse editorial panel.
Past influential lawyers include Supreme Court Judges, Premiers, Ministers of Justice, academics, human rights leaders, and expert courtroom litigators.
Being named as one of Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential highlights the important and significant work Michael has done over his career.
Michael Spratt is certified criminal law specialist and a a leading Ottawa litigator and policy influencer. He often appears before the House of Commons and before the Senate to offer expert evidence on criminal legislation and policy. His testimony, opinions, and writing have frequently been quoted on the floor of the House of Commons. He has received the Senate 150th Anniversary Medal for his assistance in drafting complex laws and policies. His commentary and criticism are well regarded in both the legal and political spheres. He co-hosts an award-winning legal and political podcast and is also an award-winning blogger.
This award recognized all Michael has done for Canada and the legal community. We could not be prouder.