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Feb 9, 2022 11:37:41 AM - I suspect you started your legal career with the same expectations I had. You expected to spend a lot of time drafting countless legal research memoranda. And I imagine you spent way more hours than...

Building My Litigator Toolkit, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Feb 9, 2022 11:37:41 AM - I suspect you started your legal career with the same expectations I had. You expected to spend a lot of time drafting countless legal research memoranda. And I imagine you spent way more hours than y...

Do I Counter-dict myself?, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Jul 27, 2018 5:00:38 PM - A few months ago, Counter asked me to reflect on my recruitment experience and why I chose to spend my 2L summer with them. I wrote “The Environment that Will Grow Tomorrow’s Best Litigators”. I am no...

One random week as a Counter articling student, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Jul 27, 2018 4:59:09 PM - I might break the internet if I tried to tell you everything that I learned during my year of articling at Counter. No two weeks are the same. I can do a million things or dig into a couple of large t...

The environment that will grow tomorrow's best litigators, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Mar 14, 2018 1:11:03 PM - As a 2L law student looking at my career options and the future of law, I found myself less interested in Bay Street and more interested in working at a top boutique law firm. After all my research an...

The 2L Counter Offer - Summer 2018, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Aug 15, 2017 5:39:21 PM - We’re hiring for a 2L summer student, and we really want the right one. We could simply tell you that our firm is great and you should trust us with your career but, instead, we’re going to do this ot...

My 2L summer experience at Counter, highlighting how Counter Tax Litigators accelerates careers and enhances capabilities to drive superior results in high-stakes tax disputes.

Jul 25, 2017 9:06:11 AM - My first day at Counter Tax Lawyers was like a movie trailer that makes you mark your calendar for the release date: fun, action packed, and exciting. And it didn’t disappoint.

The Building NewLaw Podcast: why, how, and lessons learned, showcasing a unique culture driven by tax dispute excellence and career acceleration for high-stakes tax litigation.

Sep 22, 2015 6:05:00 PM - The Lawyers Weekly and Canadian Lawyer recently interviewed Peter Aprile to gain his thoughts and experiences on starting Building NewLaw (“BNL”) and the advice he would give to other lawyers thinking...

Counter reveals firm rebrand, new vision, showcasing a unique culture driven by tax dispute excellence and career acceleration for high-stakes tax litigation.

Jun 3, 2015 8:18:00 AM - TORONTO, June 3, 2015 – ATX Law, a Toronto-based tax controversy and litigation firm, is rebranding as Counter Tax Lawyers. The new name better reflects the firm’s niche expertise while showcasing the...

Healthy finances key to client-centric law firm, showcasing a unique culture driven by tax dispute excellence and career acceleration for high-stakes tax litigation.

Mar 23, 2015 2:34:00 PM - When it comes to launching a successful law practice, a healthy financial foundation is essential, as it will allow a lawyer to focus on bringing in new business, Toronto tax litigation lawyer Peter A...

Tax partner from Price Waterhouse Coopers commending Peter Aprile and the Counter Tax Litigators team for their hands-on, focused, and diligent approach to tax law.

What Accountants Say

Peter Aprile is a very hands on and practical tax lawyer who is very focused and diligent. He is a pleasure to work with.

- Susan Farina, Tax Partner, Price Waterhouse Coopers

Senior VP client with an accounting and finance background praising Counter Tax Litigators for their expertise, dedication, and businesslike approach to tax dispute litigation.

What Clients Say

I’m a Senior VP with an accounting and finance background. I’ve worked with lawyers and large law firms. I was referred to Counter to fix a tax dispute. It is very rare to encounter lawyers that combine expertise, dedication, and a businesslike approach to litigation. I have no hesitation in recommending Counter.

- David Cuddy, Senior Vice-President, Finance & Business Operations, CFL

Accountant representing Fuller Landau LLP praising Counter Tax Litigators for superior communication in resolving client tax disputes.

What Accountants Say

Counter Tax Litigators has worked with Fuller Landau to resolve several of our clients’ tax disputes. Counter delivers superior communication.

- Laura Couvrette, CPA, CA, Fuller Landau LLP

Retired CEO client recommending Peter Aprile and the Counter Tax Litigators team for their competence, honesty, and exceptional handling of legal matters.

What Clients Say

I spent a good part of my career dealing with attorneys on innumerable matters, and found Peter to be extremely competent, open-minded and exceptionally honest. I would not hesitate to use Peter again, and highly recommend the team at Counter Tax Litigators.

- Mark Ram, Retired CEO

Successful business leader praising Counter Tax Litigators’ team for their professional, efficient representation, leading to a highly satisfactory decision.

What Clients Say

Counter’s representation on our behalf was well informed, professional and efficient, which ultimately resulted in a highly satisfactory decision in all aspects.

- Klaus W. Reif, President, Reif Estate Winery

Business leader praising the Counter Tax Litigators team for going above and beyond in handling a significant tax dispute.

What Clients Say

I was amazed with the results. They went above and beyond, and I would recommend Counter to any person or business with a significant tax dispute.

- Brian Grott, Northland Screen Corp

Framework Graphic 1 – representing Counter Tax Litigators' integrated approach to client service, combining advanced systems and deep legal expertise to resolve high-stakes tax disputes.

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Recognition

Our law firm and tax lawyers regularly receive
recognition as leaders in tax controversy and litigation.

Award from Legal 500 Canada recognizing Counter Tax Litigators as an Elite Tax Boutique for 2024.
Recognition from Canadian Lawyer for Counter Tax Litigators as a Top Tax Law Boutique for 2023-24
Excellence Award from Canadian Law Awards recognizing Peter Aprile as Litigator of the Year.
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent badge for Counter Tax Litigators, awarded for highest overall client rating.
Recognition from Canadian Lawyer for Counter Tax Litigators as a Top Tax Law Boutique for 2021-22.
Lexpert 2022 Rising Star award for Natalie Worsfold, recognizing her excellence in tax litigation.
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent badge for Counter Tax Litigators, peer-rated for highest level of professional excellence.
FT Innovative Lawyers award recognizing Counter Tax Litigators for advanced systems enhancing tax lawyers' capabilities and outcomes.
Precedent 2022 Innovation Award honoring Counter Tax Litigators for innovation in tax litigation reports.
Fastcase 50 award recognizing Counter Tax Litigators for thought leadership and innovation in tax litigation.