Lawyer Profile
Timothy A. Kurbis
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Overview
Tim is a Managing Partner for Taylor McCaffrey LLP, and is a leader within our Business Law practice group. While highly experienced in all aspects of Corporate Law, he typically focuses in the areas of mergers & acquisitions, secured finance, and owner-managed business. He works closely with business owners and major financial institutions on domestic and international transactions, assisting with risk management and translating complex legal issues, with an eye to practicality at all times.
Tim is renowned for his depth and breadth of knowledge and providing prompt, executive-level counsel to his clients, while keeping in mind their critical organizational goals. His skills and expertise have earned Tim recognition within his field, including Best Lawyers™ Canada every year since 2009, and “Lawyer of the Year” designation in the field of Corporate Law in Manitoba in 2014 and 2023.
Tim has been active in community service throughout his career, having served on numerous Boards, committees and fundraising initiatives in Winnipeg and the surrounding area, including the following:
Canadian Centre for Child Protection, Member, Board of Directors (2011-2017)
Fort Whyte Foundation, Past Chair, Director and Member of Executive Committee, (2000-2009)
Manitoba Bar Association, Business Law Section, Past Chair and Member of Executive Committee (1996-2002)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, National Church, Member of Court of Adjudication. ELCIC Manitoba/Northwestern Ontario Synod, Past Member of Synod Council
Kirchoff Gardens Seniors Residence, Past Chair, Director and Member of Executive Committee
Downtown Business Improvement Zone (BIZ), Past Member, Community Safety Committee and numerous Ad Hoc committees
University of Manitoba Faculty of Law, Business Planning and Finance Law (2001-2004)
Practice Areas
Bar Information
Called to the bar: 1991 (MB)