Justin Kates is the Managing Partner of DuMoulin Black, one of Canada’s leading securities law firms. Over more than 14 years at the firm, he has progressed from junior associate to Partner and ultimately to Managing Partner. Elected to this role, Justin is deeply passionate about firm leadership, talent development, and building strong teams. He takes a hands-on approach to mentoring and developing DuMoulin Black’s professionals while helping to shape and uphold the firm’s core values. Under his leadership, DuMoulin Black was recognized by The Globe and Mail in 2024 as one of Canada’s leading law firms, with many of its lawyers also acknowledged among the top legal professionals in the country.