Overview

Cynthia is the Chair of our firm and practises in complex commercial, public, appellate, and health law matters. Certified as a Specialist in Civil Litigation, she has appeared before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.

Recognized and recommended by Lexpert as a leading lawyer in the areas of Commercial Arbitration (2022-2026), Litigation – Corporate Commercial (2014-2026), Litigation – Regulatory & Public (2022, 2025, 2026), Medical Negligence (2014-2026), Professional Liability (2016-2022)

Recognized as a leading litigator in the Lexpert Special Edition - Canada’s Leading Litigation Lawyers (multiple years)

Lawyer of the Year, Professional Malpractice Law (2024) and Health Care Law Toronto, Best Lawyers in Canada (2016)

Selected by her peers to be included in Best Lawyers in Canada for Administrative and Public Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Appellate Practice, Construction Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Director and Officer Liability Practice, Health Care Law, Medical Negligence, Municipal Law, Professional Malpractice Law (multiple years)

Recognized by Benchmark Canada as a “Litigation Star” in Health Law and Dispute Resolution (multiple years, including 2026)

Lexpert Zenith Award (Celebrating Women) in recognition of exceptional leadership and advocacy skills (2017)

Named by Lexpert as a “Litigator to Watch” in its US Guide to the Leading Cross-Border Litigators (2008-2009)

Practice Areas

• Civil Litigation
• Health Law
• Commercial Law
• Professional Malpractice
• Employment Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2000 (ON)