Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Personal Injury Litigation
As a Partner at Neinstein, Rose is an integral member of the senior leadership team, driving innovative practices that keep the firm ahead of the ever-evolving legal landscape. Her keen organizational skills and strategic foresight have made her an invaluable source of knowledge and trust among her peers. Rose also maintains a comprehensive medical malpractice and personal injury practice, focusing on birthing injuries and motor vehicle accidents. Over a legal career spanning more than 20 yea...
Stephen has been certified as a Specialist in Civil Litigation by the Law Society of Upper Canada since 2004. He has also been selected as a leading practitioner in Personal Injury Law in Ontario as a result of peer reviewed votes by both Lexpert and Best Lawyers in Canada. Stephen, a life-long resident of Burlington, is an avid sports fan who enjoys golfing and competitive hockey. He is married and has two children. After graduating from Law School on the Dean’s Honours List in 1989, S...
Simona Jellinek leads the Sexual Abuse and Assault team as counsel. Simona has more than 25 years of representing survivors of childhood abuse as well as adult assaults. She has litigated against religions institutions, Childrens’ Aid Societies, all levels of government, Big Brothers, Scouts, school boards, and many other institutions where people are placed in harms way. Simona’s has litigated hundreds of cases and has helped her clients achieve some of the highest settlements fo...
Paul’s advanced advocacy skills both inside and outside of the courtroom have led to him being recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation . Paul has proven himself a fearless advocate by a number of successful trial outcomes over the years, including a recent $11.5 million judgment for medical malpractice causing cerebral palsy against a negligent doctor as well as a recent judgment against a negligent emergency room physician who caused the d...
Mary-Anne is a senior partner at Beckett and leads the Plaintiff Injury Group. Mary-Anne has been passionately advocating for those injured in motor vehicle collisions and slip and fall accidents, since she was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. She also represents individuals in disputes with their own insurance companies, particularly for long-term disability benefits and Statutory Accident Benefits, through the motor vehicle insurance system. Mary-Anne has handled many fatality cases repre...
Warren WhiteKnight is a partner at Bergeron Clifford LLP. He is based in the firm’s Kingston office but travels throughout Eastern Ontario each week as clients’ needs require. Warren grew up in Vermont but settled in Canada after marrying his lovely wife Dr. Holly WhiteKnight, who has a naturopathic practice. Warren understands that when you get injured the impact runs more than skin deep – the entire family is affected, and people lose their ability to work and play in the ...
Kate Mazzucco is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Kate practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Kate Mazzucco since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kate Mazzucco is held by other lawyers.
John Lundrigan is the leader of the Personal Injury Group, and joined Nelligan Law in 2002, and became a partner in 2006. John practises in the areas of personal injury, disability claims, professional negligence, product liability claims, environmental contamination, home inspection cases, insurance defence, farmers law and litigation. As well as law, John also has degrees in Physical Education (with emphasis in anatomy, kinesiology and physiology) and in Education. Prior to becoming a lawye...
Jason’s practice is dedicated exclusively to acting on behalf of plaintiffs in the areas of personal injury, insurance claims and medical malpractice. Jason is recognized as a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation by the Law Society of Ontario. He has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ in Canada in the areas of Personal Injury Litigation and Insurance Law. He was selected by his peers as a Leading Practitioner in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. ...
Ted Bergeron is a leading attorney, recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada for his work in Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. Based in Kingston and surrounding Eastern Ontario areas, Ted has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2020, reflecting the high regard in which he is held by his peers in the legal profession. A founding partner of Bergeron Clifford Injury Lawyers , Ted has dedicated his entire practice to representing injured individuals and their fam...
My goal is to help people who truly need help. Practising personal injury litigation allows me to work closely with individuals and families during some of the most difficult periods of their lives. I value the opportunity to guide clients through the legal process and to see them move forward in a stronger position than when we first met. It is work that I find deeply meaningful. Adam Wagman is a Toronto-based personal injury lawyer with Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP. He has been named one of...
Deanna S. Gilbert was admitted to the Law Society of Ontario in 2008. Her practice is devoted to representing Plaintiffs in personal injury litigation including cases arising from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, product liability, and assaults. Deanna has appeared before all levels of Court in Ontario, including the Ontario Court of Appeal, and frequently appears before the Licence Appeal Tribunal. She has been designated a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigatio...
Russell Howe is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Russell practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Russell Howe since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Russell Howe is held by other lawyers.
As a Partner at Neinstein, Erik specialises in personal injury and class action litigation, primarily encompassing motor vehicle accidents, occupiers’ liability claims, and long-term care home negligence. Known for his fierce advocacy and outstanding communication skills, Erik handles cases with great efficiency and care, achieving positive outcomes for his clients within many legal arenas.
Diana Shligold is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Diana practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Diana Shligold since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Diana Shligold is held by other lawyers.
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