Andrea FitzGerald

Kenneth Pimentel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Leasing Law. Kenneth, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kenneth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Alix Herber is a senior partner in the Labour, Employment & Human Rights group. She prides herself on providing high quality strategic advice to her clients in all areas of labour, employment and human rights matters. With over 20 years of experience, Alix is a strategic partner to her clients and provides practical solution oriented advice, all the while mitigating potential liability. Alix also has particular expertise in advising clients in the federal sector. In addition to providing ...

Melissa is a partner in our commercial leasing department and has dedicated her career to representing commercial landlords and tenants in a variety of commercial leasing matters. She has expertise in managing commercial lease transactions for all types of properties, including office, retail, industrial and mixed-use. Melissa's practice includes the interpretation of commercial leases and the coordination of major projects, including multi-location deals and due diligence on acquisitions. He...

David Wakely was a founding member of the firm and has been practicing exclusively in the area of labour relations on behalf of management since his call to the Bar in 1975. He practices in all areas of labour and employment law with the primary focus on collective bargaining and litigation of employment-related matters in the Courts. David was born in Toronto, Ontario and attended the University of Montreal where he received an Honours Degree in Political Science. David attended University o...

Edward O’Dwyer is an employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office and the chair of the firm’s Financial Services Practice Group. As an experienced litigator, he acts as employer counsel in wrongful dismissal and unjust dismissal matters for clients across all industries with a special focus on federally regulated and financial services employers. Edward regularly appears before arbitrators, administrative tribunals and appellate courts. In addition to his considerable ...

Jordana H. Goldlist is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defence. Jordana H., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jordana H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Joanne has been a family law lawyer for more than 30 years, has been married for 30 years, and has raised her kids and her cats. She has a huge dose of common sense, in addition to her knowledge of law and process. Her task is to get to know her client, where her client wants to go, and then set a path with her client that ensures the client will reach his or her goal. Joanne encourages her clients to keep the money in the family, keep legal accounts as low as possible, and keep the conflict ...

Michael Binetti, Managing Partner of the firm, brings a proven litigation background plus extensive experience in arguing both trials and appeals. He has demonstrated his strategic legal capability and expertise in wide-ranging areas of litigation. Michael’s peers and clients have commented that Michael is an “excellent and creative lawyer,” “finds unique solutions to complex problems,” and that “Michael gets it and knows how to win.” Michael represen...

Matt has a distinguished track record of success in complex, high-stakes disputes across multiple disciplines, including corporate and commercial litigation, insolvency litigation, fraud, and securities litigation. He has extensive experience in some of the most significant insolvency disputes in North America. Matt combines subject-matter expertise with creativity and ensures his litigation strategy aligns seamlessly with his clients’ long-term goals. Matt is highly regarded by clients...

James L. Vigmond has been practising personal injury litigation on behalf of plaintiffs for over 35 years. He is the former president of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) and Simcoe County Law Association. Jim continues to be a leading figure of Ontario’s personal injury trial bar. At Oatley Vigmond, Jim leads a team of lawyers and support staff with broad expertise in spinal cord, brain injury, and serious orthopedic cases. Jim has been voted by his peers as among The Best L...