Ritika Gupta

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Ritika Gupta

Assistant: Maxine DaCosta

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Ritika Gupta joined Woodward and Co. in 2026. She is committed to supporting Indigenous peoples in protecting their rights and helping advance a more just and equitable relationship with the Crown.

Prior to joining W&Co., Ritika completed her articles as a Judicial Law Clerk with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, where she assisted judges on civil, criminal, and family law matters. Her previous experience also includes working as a summer student at full-service law firm, and as a Debwewin Summer Legal Intern with the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres. She also previously served as a Constituency Assistant for Kiiwetinoong.

Ritika earned her law degree from the University of Western Ontario in 2025. She was the proud recipient of the Dean of Law Scholarship and the Right Honourable Brian Dickson Award for research relating to Indigenous rights, constitutional law, and human rights. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science from the University of Guelph.

Outside of her legal practice, Ritika enjoys travelling, listening to podcasts, and cooking for her family and friends.

Memberships

  • Member, Law Society of Ontario (2026)

Practice Areas

  • Aboriginal and Treaty Rights
  • Aboriginal Title
  • Additions to Reserve
  • Advocate for Rights & Title (Section 35)
  • Consultation and Accommodation
  • Contaminated Sites
  • Specific Claims
  • Treaty Negotiation and Implementation