Vern Krishna, CM, KC, FRSC, FCPA

Tax Counsel at KPK Law LLP | Professor of Common Law, University of Ottawa

Vern Krishna is a preeminent tax counsel at KPK Law LLP and Professor of Common Law at the University of Ottawa. Recognized as one of Canada’s leading legal tax scholars, Mr. Krishna brings unparalleled expertise in domestic and international tax law, tax litigation, dispute resolution, tax planning, and wealth management. He offers strategic counsel for both corporate and individual clients, representing them in income tax matters before the Canada Revenue Agency and all levels of court.

As the author of over 18 authoritative texts in tax law and financial skills—including the acclaimed Fundamentals of Canadian Income Tax (Volumes 1 and 2, Thomson Reuters) and Financial Skills for Professionals (Irwin Law)—Vern Krishna has made a profound impact on Canada’s tax law landscape. His works serve as essential resources for lawyers, business professionals, and students nationwide.

Mr. Krishna’s distinguished legal career is highlighted by his many accolades, including membership in the Order of Canada and King’s Counsel, as well as being a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. He is recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Canada and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. He is also a recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Governor General’s 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada Medal.

Legal Services

Tax Litigation
Tax Dispute Resolution
International Tax
Tax Planning
Wealth Management
Corporate and Personal Income Tax Matters

Contact Information

Phone: (416) 847-7300
Fax: (866) 285-6527
Email: [email protected]

Bar Admissions

Ontario (1983)
Nova Scotia (1978)
Alberta (1981)

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