Best Lawyers in Canada for Personal Injury Litigation
Mike is a partner at Rice Parsons Leoni & Elliott LLP. He has devoted his career to fighting for the underdog. Mike’s personal injury practice is varied and focuses on assisting clients who have suffered injuries arising from motor vehicle accidents, unsafe premises, assaults, and medical and dental malpractice. Mike’s class action practice concentrates on acting for people who have been harmed by defective pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer products. The courtroom...
Barbara Legate is the founding partner of Legate. Barbara has engraved her vision of excellence in personal injury litigation and service to clients onto the firm. For Barbara, every case is personal. With every client, she asks, "what would I expect if I was sitting in his chair? How can I help my client get back what she has lost, or protect the future of this family?" After over 35 years of practice, Barbara has earned a high level of respect for her thoroughness, legal acumen and results ...
Justin Robichaud, KC, is a founding partner of Fidelis Law. He was appointed King’s Counsel in 2021. His legal practice is focused mainly on personal injury and insurance law litigation. He has seen first-hand the disastrous effects an accident can have on the life of a person, and as a result of these experiences, he decided to dedicate his work to personal injury claims. Justin is sensitive to the specific needs of his clients and is committed to helping them navigate the road to reco...
Ian A. Miller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Ian A. practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Ian A. Miller since 2027. 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 Ian A. Miller is held by other lawyers.
Corey Willard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. Corey practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Corey Willard 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 Corey Willard is held by other lawyers.
Alex Curry is one of Beard Winter LLP’s managing partners. A civil litigator, Alex practises exclusively in the area of insurance defence litigation. He has a special interest in disability-related matters including claims arising from long-term disability policies (both group and individual), critical illness policies, mortgage life, and life insurance claims. Alex takes a common sense approach to resolving all variety of matters including coverage disputes, statutory accident benefits...
For over 30 years, Zul Verjee has stood at the forefront of commercial litigation and insurance litigation in Alberta and across Canada. Zul is recognized as a leading litigation trial lawyer across Canada and North America. He has appeared at all levels of Court in Alberta, the Federal Court of Canada and conducted over 100 mediations and Judicial Dispute Resolution conferences. Zul’s practice spans the most complex disputes including commercial litigation, major personal injury and fa...
With 30 years of dedicated legal practice, Linda is a seasoned personal injury lawyer who exclusively represents survivors of sexual abuse . Known for a compassionate yet unyielding approach, Linda has become a trusted advocate for clients navigating some of the most sensitive and complex legal challenges. Over three decades, Linda has built a reputation for delivering results with integrity, empathy, and unwavering commitment to justice. Her work has involved holding powerful institutions an...
Kamila Surkont is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Kamila practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Kamila Surkont since 2027. 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 Kamila Surkont is held by other lawyers.
Meghan focuses her practice on personal injury litigation and medical negligence, advocating for individuals and families affected by serious accidents. Committed to helping clients navigate their challenges, she strives for positive outcomes that help them reshape and rebuild their lives. Meghan has represented clients in various legal forums, including appearances before the Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court, the Court of Appeal of Ontario, the Financial Services Commission, a...
Irina is Murphy Battista’s managing partner and has worked at the firm for the last 20 years, even before she was a lawyer. She represents only plaintiffs. With extensive trial experience that includes complex injury cases, civil sexual assault cases, wills variation cases and class actions, Irina has represented clients at all levels of court in BC. Beyond her courtroom success, she has also had considerable experience working with clients to resolve their cases through mediation and n...
Robert Hodgins is a Partner in our Vancouver Office and he is the Chair of the ICBC Practice Group. He is also a member of the Construction, Insurance and Commercial Litigation Groups. He has practiced litigation at the firm for over twenty five years. Robert’s practice is centered on motor vehicle claims, personal injury, construction, professional liability, insurance defence, and commercial litigation. He has represented a range of insurers including the Insurance Corporation of Brit...
Caroline C. Failes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. Caroline C. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Caroline C. Failes 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 Caroline C. Failes is held by other lawyers.
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...
Christine Glazer, KC, a senior litigation lawyer in the McKercher LLP Saskatoon office, whose practice focuses on Medical Malpractice Defence, personal injury and disability claims, as well as administrative law spanning a range of subject areas including professional licensing, discipline and labour law. Christine earned her law degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1980. She also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from the University of Saskatchewan in 1977. Christine...
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