77 City Centre Dr, Suite 300, West Twr, Mississauga, ON
Year called to bar: 2005
Maria Ruberto’s practice is dedicated to infrastructure and construction law. Focusing on the resolution of disputes in the construction industry, she represents all players in the construction industry. From negotiating construction agreements up to project close, Maria provides legal advice and representation on a variety of construction matters. As a Certified Specialist in construction law, Maria is often involved in complex multi-party proceedings where liability is hotly contested. Her practical advice is regularly sought out in the areas of liens, breach of trust, performance bonds, labour and material payment bonds, contract preparation, and the resolution of all types of construction disputes whether by way of litigation or by other dispute resolution mechanisms, including adjudication, arbitration and mediation. Recognized by The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as a leading lawyer in Construction Law, Maria has also been selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Construction Law and has been recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2022 Construction Law "Lawyer of the Year" award winner in Toronto. Maria is a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers and a frequent speaker for the Osgoode Certificate in Construction Law Course.