February 26, 2026 (Toronto, ON) – DWF is proud to announce that Mouna Hanna, Partner in the firm’s Toronto office, has been named President of Canadian Defence Lawyers (CDL), one of Canada’s most respected national associations for the civil defence lawyers.
This prestigious appointment recognizes Mouna’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession and her leadership within Canada’s defence and insurance litigation community. CDL is widely regarded as the premier organization for defence counsel in Canada, known for its exceptional advocacy, education, and professional development programs.
Mouna Hanna is a Partner at DWF and serves as the Canadian Chair of the firm’s Cyber, Privacy and Data Protection Group. She represents public and private sector clients in matters involving cybersecurity incidents, privacy breaches, and professional negligence, frequently acting as both breach coach and defence counsel. Her practice includes advising clients on compliance with federal and provincial privacy legislation, as well as representing organizations and professionals in regulatory investigations and complaints.
“I am so honoured to be serving as CDL’s President for the 2026/2027 term. CDL has been a cornerstone of Canada’s defence bar for over 30 years, and I am grateful for the confidence placed in me by its membership and Board. I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by the incredible past Presidents, while continuing to support the membership through times of meaningful change,” said Mouna Hanna, President of CDL.
This role reflects Mouna’s exceptional skill as a lawyer, her leadership within the Canadian legal community, and her reputation as a leading voice in cybersecurity and privacy law. DWF congratulates Mouna on this well‑deserved appointment and looks forward to her leadership and impact as President of Canadian Defence Lawyers.
To read more about Mouna and DWF, visit our website.
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