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Esther S.J. Oh practices charity and not-for-profit law out of Carters Professional Corporation’s Orangeville office, became a partner in 2008, and is recognized as a leading expert in charity and not-for-profit law by Lexpert and The Best Lawyers in Canada . Her practice is primarily focused in the areas of charity and not-for-profit law, including incorporation and organization of charities and not-for-profits, corporate governance procedures, national and international corporate rest...

Brendan Ruddick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Municipal Law. Brendan, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brendan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

A senior partner in our Commercial Real Estate Group, Sidney has a very broad business and commercial law practice. In addition to his traditional real estate law practice involving the purchase, sale and financing of commercial property, he is consulted regularly by industry, title insurers and lawyers for his expertise and his practical and creative approach to real estate problem solving, trouble shooting, and getting deals done. He also serves as counsel to the Lawyers’ Professional...

Neil Shapiro is a partner in the Real Estate Group. His practice focuses on commercial real estate, construction, infrastructure projects, public-private partnerships, commercial leasing, and real property financing. His real estate practice includes all aspects involving the purchase, sale, financing, leasing, and development of all asset classes, including retail and commercial, industrial and office, multi-residential, and hospitality. Neil also has extensive expertise in the construction ...

Christopher A. Guerreiro practises intellectual property dispute resolution and litigation, with an emphasis on patents and issues affecting the life sciences, healthcare, and other high-technology industries. Mr. Guerreiro has spent much of his career working with life sciences innovators. As a litigator and advisor, he focusses on developing dispute-resolution strategies that align with the unique interests and business objectives of clients in this space—whether through litigation or...

Vera is a Partner and Vice-Chair of the firm’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group in Ontario. She is an experienced litigator and provides practical advice and representation to clients in commercial and civil litigation matters, with a focus on class actions and complex business disputes. Vera is recognized as a leading class actions lawyer. She has represented clients in significant cases addressing groundbreaking legal issues and has appeared at trial and appellate courts across...

Andrew J. Wilder is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Cannabis Law and Corporate Law. Andrew J., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

One of Canada’s leading criminal defence counsel, David has been a partner in the firm for over thirty years. His advocacy practice is focused on the vigorous defence of individuals and corporations facing criminal investigation or prosecution, and regulated professionals responding to allegations of professional misconduct. David has argued cases in all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. He is equally experienced and adept conducting trials, appeals, and profession...

Karen joined Oatley Vigmond in 2013 as an associate lawyer. She holds a BA from Queen’s University and her Juris Doctor from Bond University in Australia. Prior to being called to the Bar in January 2013, Karen articled at a well-known personal injury law firm in Toronto. Karen is committed to assisting personal injury victims and their loved ones achieve the best possible outcomes. Her practice focuses solely on personal injury law, including accident benefits, motor vehicle accidents,...

Anil Aggarwal regularly acts as counsel to investment funds, dealers, and managers, where he advises such clients on the manufacturing, structuring, distribution and management of both Canadian private and public and offshore investment vehicles. Anil is frequently enlisted to advise on new fund launch strategy, and has drafted a wide range of material agreements for clients, including trust, management, advisory, sub-advisory and distribution agreements. In addition to work with mutual fund ...