Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Professional Malpractice Law
Stephanie Doucet is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Professional Malpractice Law. Stephanie practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Stephanie Doucet since 2026. 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 Stephanie Doucet is held by other lawyers.
Lionel Tupman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Professional Malpractice Law and Trusts and Estates. Lionel practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Lionel Tupman 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 Lionel Tupman is held by other lawyers.
François Baril is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Negligence, Personal Injury Litigation and Professional Malpractice Law. François practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized François Baril 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 François Baril is held by other lawyers.
Tara Sweeney joined Soloway Wright in 2000 as a civil litigation lawyer in Ottawa. Tara practices general litigation, including Professional Negligence, Medical Malpractice , Personal Injury , Estates Litigation and Commercial Litigation . Tara has appeared before the Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court of Ontario, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and various administrative tribunals, including professional colleges. Tara has been accepte...
Meredith E. Jones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law, Medical Negligence and Professional Malpractice Law. Meredith E. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Meredith E. Jones since 2022. 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 Meredith E. Jones is held by other lawyers.
Valerie Edwards is a senior member of the Litigation Group at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto, Ontario. She represents clients in complex litigation matters and has appeared as trial and appellate counsel before the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. With more than 25 years at the Bar, Valerie advises clients on a broad range of disputes involving damages analysis, business loss claims, business and share valuations, and real property valuations. Her practice includes Altern...
Described by his peers as ‘the gold standard in this space, a phenomenal litigator’, for more than 30 years Jonathan has won landmark decisions across a broad variety of subject matter including competition law, constitutional law, liability of public authorities, professional liability, criminal law, financial services, franchise law and contract disputes. He has tried over 90 cases to judgment and argued over 60 appeals in provincial appellate courts and the Supreme Court of Can...
Karen Hamway is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative and Public Law, Health Care Law, Medical Negligence, Personal Injury Litigation and Professional Malpractice Law. Karen practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Karen Hamway 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 Karen Hamway ...
Nadia is engaged in the most complex and demanding files across multiple disciplines including commercial disputes, shareholder oppression applications, director and officer liability, estates and trusts litigation, class actions, and professional liability. Nadia is adept at providing cogent and strategic advice that seamlessly aligns with her clients’ business goals. Fluent in English and French, Nadia also represents clients from Quebec. A highly persuasive litigator, Nadia has deep ...
Scott W. Beattie is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Legal Malpractice Law and Professional Malpractice Law. Scott W. practices law in Hamilton, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Scott W. Beattie since 2020. 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 Scott W. Beattie is held by other la...
Josh Koziebrocki is the principal lawyer and founder of Koziebrocki Law. Josh is an experienced litigation lawyer and advocate who has appeared extensively before courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies. His practice focuses on defending professionals in regulatory and disciplinary proceedings. He works with professionals in difficult and challenging situations involving their license to practice. Josh has represented countless professionals before licensing bodies from the complaint process...
Susan Gunter, partner since 2002 at Dutton Brock LLP, holds an LLM in Civil Litigation (Osgoode), an LLB (UNB) and was called to the Ontario Bar in 1996. Susan is recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada (Products Liability Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Professional Malpractice Law and ADR) and in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as Most Frequently Recommended Personal Injury - Represents Defendants . Her litigation practice in defence of domestic and international corpo...
James M.O. Miller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Negligence and Professional Malpractice Law. James M.O. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized James M.O. Miller since 2026. 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 James M.O. Miller is held by other lawyers.
Adriana I. Cargnello is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law and Professional Malpractice Law. Adriana I. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Adriana I. Cargnello 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 Adriana I. Cargnello is held by other lawyers.
Maureen Murphy is a partner in the firm’s Ottawa office. She practices in the areas of medical law and privacy law. She has experience representing clients before the Federal Court, Superior Court of Justice, as well as various administrative tribunals. Maureen has a particular interest in information technology and privacy law issues that affect medical professionals. Maureen provides businesses with advice on how to comply with Canada’s privacy laws. She assists clients in devel...
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