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Considered by many to be one of Ontario's most respected civil litigators, David Williams practices in the areas of class action litigation, complex commercial litigation and personal injury . Notably, Dave also has a special record of achievement in medical malpractice cases where he has successfully represented plaintiffs. He has also been active in representing Ontario lawyers in litigation supported by LawPro — the Ontario lawyer’s professional liability insurance plan. As a v...

Toenie Hersch is a Family Lawyer at Harrison Pensa with a practice that encompasses custody, access, child and spousal support, divorce, property issues, domestic contracts and Children's Aid Society cases. He represents both private and legally aided clients. Toenie focuses on helping spouses resolve the difficult and complicated issues that flow from their separation. He has extensive experience helping spouses negotiate separation agreements and, when necessary, representing them throughou...

Jim was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 1977. He received his education at the University of Western Ontario (B.A. 72); (LL.B. 75). He joined Siskinds in 1979 and became a partner in 1981. From 1981 – 1992, Jim was an adjunct professor for Trial Advocacy at the University of Western Ontario Law School. He was also an instructor for the Bar Admission Course, Civil Procedure and Trial Advocacy and a workshop and seminar instructor for Advocate's Society in Trial Advocacy techniques.

Casey has been a partner with the firm since 2015. She joined the firm in 2011 as an associate, and for five years before that, she held an in-house counsel role with a large Ontario municipality. Casey practises in all areas of labour and employment law. She acts for a wide variety of union and non-union clients in both the public and private sectors. Casey's practice focuses on public sector work, where she represents a number of municipalities, school boards, hospitals, and other broader p...

Marie Tukara is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Marie practices law in London, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Marie Tukara 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 Marie Tukara is held by other lawyers.

Matthew is a partner in the Class Actions group at McKenzie Lake Lawyers in London, Ontario, Canada. His practice focuses on Plaintiff side class actions and mass torts, particularly product liability and consumer protections claims. Matthew offers his clients a depth of experience and track record of success in many types of class actions. Since 2003, he has worked on some of the leading Canadian class actions.

David Canton is a business lawyer and trademark agent focusing on technology issues and technology companies. He leads the firm’s Technology and Privacy Law and Intellectual Property practice. David advises on information technology and e-business matters such as software licences and SaaS, outsourcing agreements, consulting agreements, intellectual property including trademarks and copyright, technology transfer, privacy, social media law, anti-spam law, artificial intelligence, intern...

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

Dagmara Wozniak is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Dagmara practices law in London, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Dagmara Wozniak since 2022. 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 Dagmara Wozniak is held by other lawyers.

Amateur athlete, social media novice, husband, and father of four, Doug Wallace is the managing partner of Wallace Smith LLP, a civil litigation law firm based in London, Ontario. Originally from Sudbury, Ontario, Doug relocated to London in 1986 to attend the University of Western Ontario. He earned both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in history before completing law school. During his academic years, Doug worked with Apple Canada, where he developed an early and lasting interes...