Ryan Lake

Ryan Lake, a seasoned partner at Maurice Law, brings a wealth of experience as both an advocate and advisor. Specializing in litigation and negotiations concerning Aboriginal and treaty rights, Ryan is dedicated to providing professional legal services to Indigenous peoples across Canada.

During his law studies, Ryan interned at the Department of Justice (Canada) and with the Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel to the Senate in Ottawa. His legal career commenced with a firm renowned for its expertise in maritime, aviation, and transportation law, where he served Canadian and international clients. Subsequently, Ryan practiced commercial, class action, and insurance litigation in Toronto before joining Maurice Law in 2014.

Throughout his career, Ryan has appeared before various courts and tribunals, including the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta and Saskatchewan, the Federal Court of Canada, and federal and provincial human rights tribunals. He has participated in complex dispositive and interlocutory motions, applications, trials, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.

Ryan's contributions extend beyond the courtroom. He has authored numerous papers on topics such as the Duty to Consult, Crown fiduciary and treaty obligations, and the Specific Claims Process. In 2017, Ryan graduated from Osgoode Hall with a Master of Laws focused on administrative law, civil litigation, and energy and infrastructure issues pertinent to Indigenous governments.

Actively engaged in the legal community, Ryan serves as Chair of the Canadian Bar Association – Aboriginal Law Section and holds memberships in various professional organizations. He has contributed extensively to community engagement and presentations, addressing critical issues such as access to justice, cultural competency, and treaty land entitlement litigation.

Ryan's educational credentials include an LL.B./J.D. from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Calgary. He is admitted to practice law in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Ontario.

With a diverse practice spanning specific claims, administrative law, constitutional litigation, corporate & economic development, and civil litigation, Ryan Lake continues to make significant contributions to Indigenous rights and legal advocacy in Canada.