Benchmark Litigation Recognizes the Next Generation of BD&P Litigators

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Benchmark Litigation has named BD&P lawyers Susan Fader, Joanne Luu and Kylan Kidd to its Under 40 Litigation Stars rankings, recognizing the next generation of Canada's leading litigators.

At BD&P, developing exceptional trial lawyers is how we've built one of Alberta's largest and most respected litigation practices.

Complex disputes demand more than individual expertise. They require the right team- lawyers with different perspectives, complementary experience and the ability to scale as a matter grows in size and complexity. That's where our clients see the difference.

Congratulations to this year's Under 40 Litigation Stars. Your recognition is well deserved, and the future of our litigation practice is in excellent hands.

The following BD&P lawyers were recognized as Benchmark Litigation Canada Under 40 Litigation Stars:

Susan Fader is a partner in BD&P’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution group with a practice centred on complex commercial litigation. She regularly represents clients in construction, energy, labour, and contractual disputes, appearing before courts, tribunals, and arbitration panels. Susan is recognized by Benchmark Litigation as a Litigation Star and a 40 & Under List honouree.

Joanne Luu is a partner at BD&P and a leading disputes lawyer whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and domestic and international arbitration. She has significant experience in high-stakes disputes involving energy, natural resources, construction, securities, and shareholder matters. Joanne is widely recognized for her arbitration expertise and has been named a Future Star and 40 & Under List honouree by Benchmark Litigation.

Kylan Kidd is a partner in BD&P’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution group whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and arbitration matters. She advises clients on disputes involving energy, construction, securities, tax, and corporate matters, with extensive experience in domestic and international arbitrations. Kylan is recognized by Benchmark Litigation as a Future Star for her work in Alberta.

Read more about the awardees here.