In the legal landscape of Ontario, the field of Litigation: General Commercial encompasses a wide range of disputes from contractual, shareholder, and property-related litigation to insurance, insolvency, and professional liability. The province is home to some of the most proficient and accomplished lawyers in this field. This article highlights some of these specialists who, due to their impressive case records and commendable client feedback, have moulded a prominent place for themselves in the industry.
The listed advocate’s expertise ranges from representing high-profile clients in complex competition class actions and major insurance litigation to handling securities disputes, professional negligence, and fraud related cases. In essence, these lawyers, through their robust practice have been instrumental in rendering astute services and dynamic legal solutions to both corporate and public clients.
What ties these litigators together is their ability to gain a deep understanding of their client’s needs; their adeptness in analysing complex facts and scenarios; and their capacity to offer practical, and customised advice in order to steer their clients towards an optimal resolution.
Matthew Milne-Smith
Matthew Milne-Smith, a recognized Toronto-based litigator, services major names in the aviation sector through his firm Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP. His disputes experience is comprehensive and he has shown his efficiency in managing litigation and in promptly assessing the needs of a situation.
Sarit E Batner
Operating out of McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Sarit Batner has a robust reputation. Her impressively broad litigation practice covers major insurance, insolvency litigation, and contractual and shareholder disputes. Described as having a “brilliant mind” and “high level of sophistication,” Batner also handles cases relating to IP and professional liability.
Gillian Dingle
Torys LLP based Gillian Dingle is known for her analytical focus and practical judgement. Her commercial litigation reputation is augmented with a notable expertise in securities disputes, alongside representing clients in contractual, shareholder and property-related litigation.
Gerald (“Gerry”) L.R. Ranking
Working with Fasken, Gerald Ranking demonstrates proficiency in audit negligence claims, making him an ideal partner for clients in the financial services industry. His experience also extends to advising on employment matters.
Gordon Capern
Commercial litigator, Gordon Capern of Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP is most active in the mining sector. He also represents his clients in professional liability disputes., enhancing the firm’s reputation in the general commercial litigation sector.
Rahool Agarwal
Rahool Agarwal of Lax O’Sullivan Lisus Gottlieb LLP, is recognized for his broad spectrum of corporate and commercial claims as well as public law and constitutional litigation. His expertise is praised for swift absorption of complex facts and offering practical advice.
Derek Ricci
Derek Ricci, associated with Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, handles both single-plaintiff and class action proceedings. His client-centric approach has helped him carve a commendable reputation for his commercial litigation practice.
David Conklin
Based in Goodmans LLP, David Conklin is a go-to litigator for a range of commercial disputes including securities litigation and class actions. His practical, hard-working nature and persuasive abilities set him apart in the industry.
Daniel Murdoch
Daniel Murdoch of Stikeman Elliott LLP is well-praised for his diligent preparation for legal submissions and trials. His notable cases include breach of contract litigation, shareholder disputes, and professional negligence.
Geoff R Hall
Representing major financial institutions and investment funds, Geoff Hall of McCarthy Tétrault LLP predominantly deals with contractual litigation and fraud-related cases. His solid track record as a litigator speaks volumes of his level of expertise.
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