Parna Sabet-Stephenson

As the leader of Gowling WLG’s Fintech Group, Parna Sabet-Stephenson is a longtime legal advisor to players in the financial services and technology industries. She has over two decades of experience in assisting clients with a wide variety of commercial and technology law matters.

Widely recognized nationally and internationally for her expertise in technology law and fintech, Parna was named “Lawyer of the Year” for the Fintech Practice by The Best Lawyers in Canada 2023 guide.

An engaged practitioner, she serves as a Canadian delegate for e-commerce law to the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law, as well as a member of FSRA’s technical advisory committee for digital transformation and data governance. A passionate advocate for women’s advancement, Parna has led and supported a number of initiatives aimed to provide leadership and career opportunities for women. She is the co-founder of Yara Leadership Society.