Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

14 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Medical Negligence

Biography

“I see clients at some of the most vulnerable times in their lives, and my role is to help guide them through a challenging and often unfamiliar process. I recognize that every client’s circumstances are different and that each person may need a different approach. My aim is to help clients focus on their recovery while pursuing an outcome that aligns with their individual needs and goals.”

Samantha Shatz is a Toronto, Ontario lawyer at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, where her practice is focused on medical malpractice and medical negligence claims. She represents individuals and families affected by medical and hospital negligence, approaching each matter with care, preparation, and close attention to detail.

As a Partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, Samantha draws on experience gained from both plaintiff personal injury litigation and insurance defence work. This background provides valuable insight into how medical negligence claims are assessed and defended, allowing her to guide clients through each stage of the legal process with clarity and transparency.

Samantha has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2025, reflecting consistent professional dedication and peer acknowledgement within the legal community. Her practice involves managing complex medical negligence files and advocating for clients throughout negotiation and litigation.

She has acted as trial counsel before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, representing both individuals and insurers. In addition to medical malpractice and medical negligence matters, Samantha also handles motor vehicle accident and occupiers’ liability claims.

At Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, Samantha works closely with a collaborative legal team to address legal and factual issues thoroughly. She is committed to providing practical guidance while upholding the firm’s longstanding focus on integrity and client-centered representation.

Samantha serves on the American Association for Justice Board of Governors and has previously served on the Board of Directors for the Brain Injury Society of Toronto. She is also a member of the Brain Injury Awareness Committee and is actively involved in supporting individuals and families living with brain injuries.

To learn more about Samantha Shatz and her practice, please visit her profile at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP.

Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

14 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • University of Western Ontario, J.D., graduated 2015

  • Ontario, Law Society of Ontario, 2016

  • American Association for Justice - Board of Governors
  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association - General member and member of the medical malpractice section
  • Medical Legal Society of Toronto - Member
  • American Association for Justice - Birth Trauma Litigation Group - Member
  • Ontario Bar Association - Member and member of the health law section
  • Canadian Bar Association - Member
  • The Advocates' Society - Member
  • Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) - Board of Directors
  • Ontario, Law Society of Ontario, 2016
  • American Association for Justice - Board of Governors
  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association - General member and member of the medical malpractice section
  • Medical Legal Society of Toronto - Member
  • American Association for Justice - Birth Trauma Litigation Group - Member
  • Ontario Bar Association - Member and member of the health law section
  • Canadian Bar Association - Member
  • The Advocates' Society - Member
  • Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) - Board of Directors
  • University of Western Ontario, J.D., graduated 2015

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada 2026 for work in:
  • Medical Negligence

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