The TDS Experience
Our TDS construction lawyer really steps in to help guide us.Learn More Ryan Kipp
Senior Vice President Legal
AGI
Diversity is at the forefront of all that we do.Learn More Bailey Harris
Chair of Equity and Accountability Committee
The TDS team has been a part of the RMHC Manitoba mission since inception.Learn More Wendy Galagan
CEO
Ronald McDonald House Charities Manitoba
The rates are very competitive for high quality support.Learn More Ryan Kipp
Senior Vice President Legal
AGI
The beauty of working with TDS is there are many different lawyers that specialize in different things.Learn More Jack Maendel
CEO
Ecopoxy
The warm welcome I received helped me feel like part of the team.Learn More Robley Goff
Associate
TDS
TDS lawyers we work with are all extremely committed to assisting not just our organization goals but those in our community.Learn More Mark Chipman
Executive Chairman and Governor
True North Sports + Entertainment
The TDS difference is that they have a positive culture.Learn More Martin McGarry
CEO
Cushman & Wakefield | Stevenson
TDS wants to get the deal done.Learn More Managing Partner
Leading Commercial Real Estate Capital Firm
Our People
- Client Impact10|25|2024
Michael and Jennifer have acted for Thorwin Real Estate in connection with the recent acquisition of the following properties: 13-building, 156 unit, two story townhome complex known as Polo Club… Learn More
- Client Impact10|22|2024
Explore recent commercial real estate and property development transactions done by TDS lawyers by downloading the 2022-2024 TDS Real Estate Transactions. Featuring 20+ deals across Winnipeg, Thompson (Manitoba), and Saskatoon… Learn More
- Client Impact09|27|2024
Highway Motor Freight has announced $16,000,000.00 investment in CentrePort Canada Rail Park that will generate 150 new jobs for Manitobans once operational. This expansion includes the acquisition of 20 acres… Learn More
- Client Impact06|20|2024
Ecopoxy’s Chief Executive Officer, Jack Maendel, began collaborating with TDS Partner, Silvia de Sousa, at a pivotal moment in the company’s history. Following the launch of their innovative soybean oil-based… Learn More
- Client Impact06|10|2024
AGI’s Senior Vice President, Ryan Kipp, initially crossed paths with TDS Partner, Michael Choiselat, during a pivotal period of growth for the agriculture company. Mike left a lasting impression by… Learn More
- Articles10|29|2024
AMPs are upon us. Following a reported 135 million–liter sewage spill into the Red River from a broken City of Winnipeg sewer pipe, Manitoba Environment Minister Tracy Schmidt made it… Learn More
- Articles10|17|2024
In Manitoba, when a party has not been paid for the work, materials or services they have provided to a construction project, The Builders’ Lien Act (the “Act”) allows for them… Learn More
- Articles10|15|2024
As municipalities face the pressing need to enhance and modernize infrastructure, the importance of thoughtful planning and execution cannot be overstated. The planning process for construction projects is a critical… Learn More
- Articles10|01|2024
In 1850 the Anishinaabe of Lake Huron and Lake Superior made treaties with the Crown. In exchange for ceding their land, the Anishinaabe received, among other things, the promise of… Learn More
- Articles08|12|2024
Lex Mundi Global Practice Guides offer essential practice and industry information that legal and business professionals require as they embark on creating effective global strategies. This complimentary question and answer… Learn More
- News10|31|2024
TDS is honoured to announce its inclusion in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms – Canada by Best Lawyers®. This esteemed recognition highlights our commitment to providing outstanding legal… Learn More
- News10|23|2024
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP (TDS) has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2025 by the Globe and Mail. The Globe and Mail partnered with Statista to… Learn More
- News10|15|2024
Congratulations to Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP lawyers Ross McFadyen and Bruce Taylor for their recent recognition as Lexpert-ranked in corporate restructuring and insolvency lawyers in the Lexpert Special Edition: Insolvency… Learn More
- News10|01|2024
September 30, 2024, marks the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, we are encouraging and inviting our lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, students, and staff to take steps… Learn More
- News09|16|2024
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP (TDS) is pleased to welcome our Articling Students for 2024-25. Abhinav Dhingra Kali Faingold Kaylee Furber Eric Gagnon Chad Laferriere-Enns Robyn Otto Selene Sharpe During the… Learn More
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Our litigators give advice in all areas of the law for insurers, large corporations, small businesses and for individuals
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Our Business Law lawyers provide a wide variety of financial and commercial services to business and organizations.
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With the largest labour and employment practice group in Manitoba, we provide local, national and international clients with services in all aspects of labour relations and employment law.
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Individuals and families have turned to TDS for over 135 years for legal advice to protect, plan and build their personal goals and objectives.
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TDS understands when we collaborate with in-house counsel, we are an extension of the team.
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TDS routinely and seamlessly works with dozens of law firms from around the world as the local agent in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
