Joshua B. Whitford

Ian Palm’s practice focuses on corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and private equity. He helps private and public companies, major corporate clients, pensions funds and private equity and venture capital investors achieve their strategic goals. In addition, Ian has a deep understanding of the technology, energy, life sciences and infrastructure industries. Ian advises issuers, investors and underwriters on a range of corporate finance and M&A transactions includin...

Daniel Michaelson is the founder and principal lawyer at Michaelson Law , a boutique personal injury firm with a strong emphasis on client-focused advocacy and a deft hands-on approach. He has a diverse, multi-decade litigation practice encompassing motor vehicle accidents , product liability , medical malpractice , fire loss , and particularly in mass community-based torts and class actions . He is well known for his exceptional legal analysis and client-first approach, and regularly represe...

Alex Wilkinson is a partner and member of Beard Winter’s Insurance Litigation group. Since 2013, Alex has represented domestic and international insurers in litigation across the province. He specializes in life and health claims, occupiers’ liability, professional negligence, commercial and social host liability, and motor vehicle accident claims. Alex’s professional negligence practice focuses on professional errors and omissions, including defending matters on behalf of p...

When it comes to real estate financing transactions, Kym Stasiuk knows how to get deals done. His clients appreciate his ability to work quickly, identify and explain legal issues, and offer practical guidance throughout the transaction. Acting for lenders — both private and institutional — and developers, Kym has extensive experience in preparing and negotiating loan and security documentation for a variety of real estate financing transactions including acquisitions, development...

Fellow of American College of Trial Lawyers (Chair, Ontario Committee). Fellow of International Society of Barristers. Best Lawyers in Canada® , Criminal Defence. Former Director, Advocates’ Society. Faculty Member, National Criminal Law Program. Criminal lawyer experienced in criminal, quasi-criminal, constitutional and special prosecutions matters. Appeared as counsel on many jury and bench trials, argued over 80 appeals in the Court of Appeal for Ontario and multiple appearances ...

As the senior partner in his firm, Paul is a leading constitutional, labour and administrative law lawyer, arguing significant cases before the Supreme Court of Canada, the Courts of Ontario, and labour and administrative tribunals. Paul was appointed by Associate Chief Justice Dennis O'Connor to act as lead commission counsel to the Commission of Inquiry into the Actions of Canadian Officials in Relation to Maher Arar. Previously, Paul acted as lead commission counsel in the Walkerton Inquir...

Brian Sunohara is a partner at Rogers Partners LLP and has been with the firm since 2003. Brian handles a wide variety of civil litigation matters, including occupiers’ liability, product liability, motor vehicle accident claims, and property claims, including claims arising from fires, water damage, structural damage, and environmental contamination. With a diverse practice, Brian represents insurers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, construction companies and contractors, HVAC ...

John F. Rook KC is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Class Action Litigation, Competition / Antitrust Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. John F. practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized John F. Rook KC since 2006. 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 John F. Rook KC is held by other lawyers.

Riccardo Del Vecchio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Riccardo practices law in Vaughan, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Riccardo Del Vecchio 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 Riccardo Del Vecchio is held by other lawyers.

Ron is a Partner and head of the firm’s Asset Management and Investment Funds practice. He practises in the areas of securities, corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions, with a primary focus on the asset management and venture capital industries. Ron provides integrated securities, tax and practical advice to help clients achieve their commercial objectives while enhancing investment products for Canadians. Ron advises on all aspects of fund formation, including traditional and a...