Sydney Kert named a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star

DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is pleased to announce that Sydney Kert from the firm's Toronto office has been named a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star.

A key member of the Capital Markets Group, Sydney has been instrumental in assisting startups, mid-size companies and large publicly traded ‎companies with ‎complex domestic and cross-‎border transactions. She has extensive experience representing both issuers ‎and investment dealers in a variety of matters, including public offerings and private placements ‎of equity and debt securities, going public transactions, as well as mergers and acquisitions.

Sydney has shown great initiative in supporting innovative and exciting business programs designed for emerging companies looking to grow their businesses. Among other things, she is a contributor to Canadian startup incubator DMZ’s programs and initiatives, leading legal clinics and ‎other hands-on training, including programs supporting international growth-stage startups and women entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds and industries.

"I congratulate Sydney on this well-deserved award," said Robert Seidel, K.C., Canada Managing Partner. “Sydney is a highly regarded member of the firm whose value is underscored by her exceptional track record of building strong relationships with clients and colleagues, her outstanding contributions to programs in support of entrepreneurs and the important role she plays in associate development and mentorship.” 

“I am honoured to receive this recognition alongside such a talented group of professionals," said Sydney. "It is a privilege to be part of a truly global and dynamic team at DLA Piper. This award is not just a personal accomplishment, but a reflection of the collective dedication and excellence of my colleagues.”

Chosen by an ‎advisory board comprised of distinguished leaders in the legal community, Lexpert Rising ‎Stars: Leading Lawyers Under 40 ‎celebrates outstanding young lawyers in Canada who have ‎demonstrated professional ‎excellence, effective leadership, and commitment to their communities.‎

Winners of the 2024 Lexpert Rising Stars: Leading Lawyers Under 40 award were announced on ‎November 19, 2024 and are featured in the November Special Edition of Lexpert magazine.