Thomas N.T. "Tom" Sutton

Ryan co-leads the firm’s construction labour law practice group. Ryan’s practice areas include labour relations and construction law. He has specific expertise in certification applications, defending against displacement/raid applications and certification-related unfair labour practice complaints, including applications for interim relief during organizing campaigns and applications for remedial certification. Ryan’s notable cases include acting on behalf of an organizing ...

“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 h...

R. Ian Mitchell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mining Law. R. Ian practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized R. Ian Mitchell 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 R. Ian Mitchell is held by other lawyers.

Ruth Kalnitsky Roth is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Ruth practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Ruth Kalnitsky Roth since 2026. 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 Ruth Kalnitsky Roth is held by other lawyers.

Regularly sought out by corporate bodies and insurers to handle and defuse complex and sensitive disputes, Larry Reimer is one of Blaney McMurtry’s established partners. Concentrating in areas of challenging property, casualty and commercial litigation, Larry has particular expertise in sports law, product liability, environmental and construction claims, and sensitive matters, including sexual abuse and harassment, involving public and private associations. With over 25 years of litiga...

John A. Olthuis is one of the founding partners of OKT. His practice includes litigation, comprehensive and specific land rights, self-government, and impacts and benefits agreements. John was on the legal team of the Assembly of First Nations in negotiations with Canada and the provinces lending to the inclusion of "Section 35" in Canada’s repatriated Constitution in 1982. John was legal counsel to Chiefs of Ontario and table negotiator at the Aboriginal Government table for the Assemb...

Paul has been an expropriation lawyer for over 30 years. His practice has provided him with insights from all perspectives; in fact, he has even been expropriated personally - twice. Paul successfully acts as legal counsel for landowners, local municipalities, cities and regional governments throughout the Greater Toronto Area and across Ontario. He works to resolve real estate acquisitions/expropriations, infrastructure projects and development issues of all complexities. Paul’s appear...

Grant is a leading practitioner in the areas of insolvency, restructuring and banking law, with a particular emphasis on the exercise of creditors’ rights. He frequently acts for chartered banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions and as independent counsel to court officers, such as receivers, bankruptcy trustees and monitors in CCAA proceedings. Representative Mandates Acting as counsel to counsel to PwC as Court-appointed receiver and manager of Bridging Finance Inc...

Richard C. Hoffman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Richard C. practices law in Toronto, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Richard C. Hoffman 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 Richard C. Hoffman is held by other lawyers.

A skilled advocate who appreciates that there is no ‘one size fits all’ resolution to a family law case, Joseph prides himself on taking a tailored approach to serving his clients to ensure that their rights and interests are protected. Joseph is passionate about providing his clients with timely, efficient and cost-effective representation, with an emphasis on effective negotiation. Clients appreciate his keen attention to detail, pragmatic approach, and ability to ‘drill d...