Counter Tax Litigators Recognized Among Canada’s Top Tax Law Boutiques

Canadian Lawyer has again recognized Counter Tax Litigators LLP as one of Canada’s top tax law boutiques in its 2025 – 2026 rankings, reflecting the firm's trust in handling the country’s most complex tax disputes.

Counter Tax Litigators LLP and Thorsteinssons LLP remain two tax boutiques consistently ranked among Canada’s top firms – Counter Tax Litigators LLP is recognized for its expertise and results in high-stakes tax disputes, and Thorsteinssons LLP for its depth in tax planning. Together, these firms continue to shape the standard in Canadian tax law.

Based on client feedback and industry research, Canadian Lawyer’s biannual rankings highlight Counter Tax Litigator LLP’s setting the benchmark in tax litigation. Survey data indicates that 38.5% of respondents prioritize deep tax law expertise when selecting these firms, while 9.6% cite superior client service, strategic insight, and value.

“The firms recognized in this ranking have consistently been trusted to handle Canada’s most complex tax disputes,” said Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at Canadian Lawyer. “Counter Tax Litigators LLP has distinguished itself through its structured approach and disciplined execution in high-stakes litigation.”

Recognized Leadership in Tax Litigation

Counter Tax Litigators LLP’s team continues to earn industry recognition. For example, Peter Aprile, Senior Counsel and Practice Group Leader, was recently named a finalist for Tax Practice Leader of the Year in the International Tax Review (ITR) Americas Awards. This recognition reflects the firm’s ability to navigate high-stakes tax disputes with strategic precision and innovative legal advocacy.

In addition, the firm’s proprietary litigation framework, designed to enhance expertise and deliver superior tax results, integrates data-driven insights, risk assessments, and a disciplined case strategy methodology. This approach ensures clients receive precise, actionable guidance at every stage of their disputes.

“We built our firm in a way that gives our clients a real competitive advantage against the CRA,” said Natalie Worsfold, Managing Partner at Counter Tax Litigators LLP. “Our people’s tax expertise, framework, and disciplined execution allow us to drive superior outcomes in complex disputes.”

Counter Tax Litigators LLP’s recognition reinforces the firm’s continued commitment to solving complex tax disputes, protecting client interests, and maintaining the highest professional standards.

For more details about Counter Tax Lawyer’s Top Tax Boutique recognition, read the Canadian Lawyer’s articles here and here.

About Counter Tax Litigators LLP

Counter Tax Litigators LLP focuses exclusively on tax controversy and litigation, representing mature companies and wealthy families in high-stakes disputes. The firm’s strategic approach helps clients protect their economic interests and successfully challenge Canada Revenue Agency reassessments.

With deep tax expertise and advanced litigation systems, Counter Tax Litigators LLP delivers strong results at every stage, from negotiations to judge-mediated settlements and formal hearings. The firm’s consistent success has earned recognition from International Tax Review, The Legal 500, and Canadian Lawyer as one of Canada’s top tax litigation firms.

About Canadian Lawyer

Established in 1977, Canadian Lawyer has delivered unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape across Canada. Its Top Tax Law Boutiques survey, now in its sixth biannual edition, identifies firms that set the standard for tax law based on peer recognition, client feedback, and industry research. The 2025 rankings reflect input from lawyers, in-house counsel, and clients nationwide, using a rigorous methodology that combines survey results, a weighted points system, and feedback from senior members of the bar.

Media Contact

Natalie Worsfold
Senior Tax Litigator and Managing Partner
Counter Tax Litigators LLP
nworsfold@countertax.ca