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Scott Kugler is a partner in Gowling WLG's Toronto office, head of the firm's Class Action Defence Group, and co-head of the firm's Commercial Litigation Practice Group. Scott's practice is focused on complex commercial disputes, including class actions (primarily in the areas of securities, competition law/antitrust, and municipal liability), shareholder disputes including claims against directors/officers and multi-faceted corporate litigation often involving the oppression remedy. He also ...

Brent J. Arnold is a seasoned litigator with over 20 years of experience specializing in cybersecurity, privacy, and commercial litigation. He has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, including the Supreme Court of Canada, and has been recognized in Best Lawyers™ in Canada and the Lexpert Directory. His expertise lies at the intersection of law and technology, where he provides practical guidance on managing complex litigation, cyber risk and data breach response. Brent is a ...

Bruce Engell's practice focuses on land use and environmental issues, disputes and related litigation matters. His practice focuses on issues respecting the development, use and ownership of land, including municipal, planning, and environmental matters, title and lease disputes, industrial contamination, waste management facilities, road allowances and building permits. He has appeared as counsel in many significant court and Ontario Municipal Board matters.

Dirk Van de Kamer’s labour and employment law practice is concentrated on representing management. Dirk advises employers on a broad range of topics that include matters relating to the interpretation and administration of collective agreements, as well as human rights, employment standards, occupational health and safety, and wrongful dismissal matters. Dirk has appeared as counsel in grievance and interest arbitrations as well as proceedings in other administrative forums and the cour...

Gordon Marsden is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Gordon practices law in Oakville, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Gordon Marsden since 2023. 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 Gordon Marsden is held by other lawyers.

The founding partners at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP shared a commitment to professionalism, integrity, and modern advocacy, with the goal of supporting individuals and families whose lives have been affected by serious accidents and medical errors. Neil E. Sacks is a founding partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, practising law in Toronto, Ontario. He has built a long-standing practice in personal injury litigation, representing individuals and families who have experienced significant h...

Peter Downard is a senior litigation partner with a distinguished profile in defamation and reputation risk management. He advises and represents prominent individuals, corporations and organizations in defamation matters, public communications, and strategic reputation management issues. His practice includes high-stakes advisory work, trial advocacy, and appellate litigation, including appearances before the Supreme Court of Canada and the Ontario Court of Appeal. Peter is the author of The...

Anthony (Tony) Baldanza practices general corporate/commercial law including negotiated transactions, competition law and foreign investment law. Tony previously served as Chair and Co-Chair of Fasken’s Competition, Marketing & Foreign Investment Group. In his competition law practice, Tony provides advice and representation in relation to mergers, cartels, abuse of dominance and other restrictive trade practices. In his foreign investment controls practice, Tony advises foreign-con...

Craig Flood practises in the area of labour law with a special expertise in the area of workplace safety and insurance. He was a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee from 2008 to 2020 and served as the Managing Partner from 2016 to 2020. Craig represents trade unions and employees in the acquisition and preservation of bargaining rights, unfair labour practice complaints, discipline and discharge, occupational health and safety, essential services, and grievance arbitration. He has ...

Isana Nagla is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Isana practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Isana Nagla 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 Isana Nagla is held by other lawyers.