Meghan A. Cowan

Ellen Bessner is an experienced, tough-minded commercial litigator, known for her determination and common sense advice. After 25 years of practice on Bay Street at prominent Canadian law firms, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP and Gowling WLG, Ellen joined Babin Bessner Spry LLP in 2014, where she is a leader in commercial and securities litigation, employment litigation, insurance defence, directors’ and officers’ liability, professional negligence, class actions, and regulator...

Jordan is a Certified Specialists in Estates and Trusts Law and an Adjunct Professor of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, Canada. Lexpert rates Jordan as one of its top recommended estate lawyers in Canada as well as being rated as a Best Lawyer in Canada. In addition to his planning and administration practice, Jordan is Senior Associate Counsel to Hull & Hull LLP and a senior mediator with Hull Estate Mediation Inc. He is a Past Chair of the Ontario Bar Association - Trust and ...

Virginie Gauthier is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law. Virginie practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Virginie Gauthier since 2018. 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 Virginie Gauthier is held by other lawyers.

Andrew Zabrovsky is a partner in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office and is the chair of the firm’s Human Rights Practice Group. Andrew advises clients in both the public and private sectors on all aspects of their labour and employment relationships, with a specific focus on human rights litigation, labour arbitration and workplace accommodation issues. Andrew takes a results-oriented approach to the law, and works with clients to help them achieve their desired outcomes, whether that ...

Jeremy Sacks is experienced in a broad range of commercial litigation, with expertise in construction and real estate matters, breach of contract, and shareholder disputes. Jeremy utilizes his strategic and analytical abilities to resolve complex legal issues. Jeremy’s efficient and direct style provides value to his clients by getting straight to the issues, and giving them cost effective results. Jeremy’s broad understanding of business and accounting principles assist him in ge...

Eleanor Somerleigh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Eleanor practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Eleanor Somerleigh 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 Eleanor Somerleigh is held by other lawyers.

Known for her razor-sharp judgement and deep sense of fairness, Ilana successfully resolves seemingly impossible and complex family law disputes in pragmatic, creative and cost-effective ways. Her ultimate goal is for families to resolve their conflicts with dignity and respect for one another. Ilana adapts her advocacy style and legal approach to best meet the specific needs and goals of her clients, through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or in the court room. Ilana's tenacious pursuit ...

Stephanie Eiley is a partner in the Commercial Real Estate Group at Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto, Ontario. Her Real Estate Law practice focuses on advising clients on the acquisition, sale, development and financing of commercial real estate projects across a range of industries and property types. Stephanie regularly represents landlords and tenants in matters involving condominium and multi-unit rental developments, commercial leasing arrangements and development-related agreements. She advi...

Jordan Cohen is a Toronto real estate lawyer at Loopstra Nixon and a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School. He has been practicing law since 1982, with a focus on Real Estate Law and corporate/commercial matters. Jordan advises clients on the acquisition, financing, leasing and sale of commercial, industrial and residential properties across Ontario and throughout Canada. His Real Estate Law practice also includes representing financial institutions in secured lending transactions and enforceme...

Scott Beeser is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Intellectual Property Law. Scott practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Scott Beeser 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 Scott Beeser is held by other lawyers.