{"id":17085,"date":"2025-09-05T14:07:07","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T14:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nrlawyers.com\/?p=17085"},"modified":"2025-09-05T14:07:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T14:07:07","slug":"joseph-neuberger-named-among-canadas-top-25-most-influential-lawyers-recognized-by-best-lawyers-in-criminal-defence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nrlawyers.com\/6ixDev-v2\/joseph-neuberger-named-among-canadas-top-25-most-influential-lawyers-recognized-by-best-lawyers-in-criminal-defence\/","title":{"rendered":"Joseph Neuberger Named Among Canada\u2019s \u201cTop 25 Most Influential Lawyers\u201d &#038; Recognized by Best Lawyers in Criminal Defence"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toronto, ON, September 3, 2025 \u2014 Joseph A. Neuberger, managing partner at Neuberger &amp; Partners LLP and one of Canada\u2019s foremost criminal defence lawyers, has been recognized with two of the highest distinctions in the legal field: Canadian Lawyer\u2019s 2025 \u201cTop 25 Most Influential Lawyers\u201d in Canada and inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers\u00ae in Canada for Criminal Defence. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian Lawyer\u2019s annual Top 25 list is one of the most respected accolades in the profession. This year\u2019s rigorous process involved canvassing industry experts, conducting in-depth research, and gathering insight from the publication\u2019s esteemed editorial board. Neuberger was honoured in the category of Human Rights, Advocacy, and Criminal Law, joining a select group of practitioners shaping the future of justice in Canada. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at Canadian Lawyer, noted, \u201cIt was inspiring to see so many nominees across the country making an impact. Joseph Neuberger truly distinguished himself, rightfully earning a spot on this esteemed list thanks to his demonstrated legal excellence and impressive performance.\u201d <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to this honour, Neuberger was also named to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadianlawyermag.com\/rankings\/the-top-25-most-influential-lawyers-in-canada\/392884\">2026 edition of Best Lawyers\u00ae in Canada<\/a> for his excellence in criminal defence law. The Best Lawyers\u00ae designation is based entirely on peer review and highlights the profession\u2019s most highly regarded lawyers. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI am deeply honoured to receive this recognition from both Canadian Lawyer and Best Lawyers,\u201d said Neuberger. \u201cThese awards reflect not only my personal commitment to defending clients\u2019 rights but also the tireless work of our entire team at Neuberger &amp; Partners LLP.\u201d <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more than three decades, Neuberger has been a leading advocate in complex criminal cases across Ontario, including sexual assault, homicide, domestic violence, financial crimes, and constitutional challenges. His contributions extend beyond the courtroom through legal education, media commentary, and ongoing advocacy for fairness and reform in Canada\u2019s justice system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About Joseph Neuberger\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joseph A. Neuberger is a Toronto-based criminal defence lawyer and managing partner at Neuberger &amp; Partners LLP. With over 30 years of experience, he has successfully defended thousands of clients in cases ranging from high-profile trials to precedent-setting litigation. Neuberger is a frequent lecturer, media commentator, and author on criminal law and justice issues in Canada<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About Canadian Lawyer\u2019s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now in its 16th year, Canadian Lawyer\u2019s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers list highlights professionals who have made a significant impact on the legal system and society over the past 18 months. The 2025 winners were chosen following a nomination process, reader survey, and editorial board review across five categories: changemakers; human rights, advocacy, and criminal law; business; in-house; and government, non-profits, associations, and judiciary. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About Best Lawyers\u00ae <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Lawyers\u00ae is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Its methodology is based entirely on peer review, capturing the consensus opinion of leading lawyers regarding the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographic and legal practice areas. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Media Contact: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joseph Neuberger <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing Partner <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neuberger &amp; Partners LLP <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">416-364-3111 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">joseph@nrlawyers.com <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nrlawyers.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.nrlawyers.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toronto, ON, September 3, 2025 \u2014 Joseph A. 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