Atty. Ryan J. Laidlaw

Atty. Ryan J. Laidlaw

Ryan J. Laidlaw is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law, Equipment Finance Law and Real Estate Law.

Regina Regina 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Ryan J. Laidlaw at a glance

Ryan J. Laidlaw is a business and real estate attorney based in Regina, Saskatchewan, practicing at McDougall Gauley LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Saskatchewan, Law Society of Saskatchewan (2001). Educated at University of Saskatchewan (—, 2000). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Regina (Canada) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Asset-Based Lending Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Serands clients in Regina, SK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ryan J. Laidlaw is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law, Equipment Finance Law and Real Estate Law
  • Ryan J., who practices law in Regina, Saskatchewan, has been recognized since 2018
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan J. Laidlaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan J. Laidlaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Ryan J. Laidlaw is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Saskatchewan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Ryan J. Laidlaw is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Saskatchewan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Saskatchewan

Practicing law in Saskatchewan. Legal matters in Saskatchewan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Regina are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Saskatchewan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Saskatchewan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Saskatchewan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ryan J. Laidlaw

Where is Ryan J. Laidlaw's law office located?
Ryan J. Laidlaw's law practice is located in Regina, Saskatchewan. The firm is McDougall Gauley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan J. Laidlaw handle?
Ryan J. Laidlaw focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Saskatchewan.
How long has Ryan J. Laidlaw practiced law?
Ryan J. Laidlaw has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Ryan J. Laidlaw go to law school?
Ryan J. Laidlaw earned their education at (—, 2000).
How can I contact Ryan J. Laidlaw for a consultation?
You can contact Ryan J. Laidlaw directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ryan J. Laidlaw received?
Ryan J. Laidlaw's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Regina (Canada); Best Lawyers in America — Asset-Based Lending Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Education

University of Saskatchewan
- 2000

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Asset-Based Lending Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Equipment Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Saskatchewan, Law Society of Saskatchewan
Admitted: 2001

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