Overview

For 30+ years, Bill has practised civil and commercial litigation and arbitration, with expertise in defending professionals in malpractice, discipline, and securities claims. He has appeared before all levels of court, including Canada's Supreme Court.

Recognized and recommended by Lexpert as a leading lawyer in the area of Professional Liability (2011-2026), Corporate Commercial Litigation (2014-2026), Director & Officer Liability and Securities Litigation (2014); and Arbitration (2022)

Benchmark Canada, Litigation Star (2017-2020, 2025, 2026) - Recognized in the following areas: Appellate, Class Actions and Commercial; Dispute Resolution

Recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada as one of Canada’s leading lawyers the area of class action litigation, corporate and commercial litigation, director and officer liability practice, legal malpractice law, and professional malpractice law

Recognized as a leading litigator in the Lexpert Special Edition - Canada’s Leading Litigation Lawyers (2018-2019)

Recognized and recommended by Lexpert as a leading cross-border lawyer in the area of corporate commercial litigation, Lexpert Guide to the Leading US/Canada Cross-Border Litigation Lawyers in Canada (2016, 2014)

“OSC decision shows severity of penalties for illegal insider trading”, AdvocateDaily.com, May, 2013

“Case shows institutional investors may want more than passive role in class actions”, AdvocateDaily.com, April, 2013

Practice Areas

• Civil Litigation
• Professional Malpractice
• Class Action Defendant
• Securities
• Class Action Plaintiff

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1976 (ON)