Overview

Curtis is a partner practicing in our litigation department. With over 25 years of experience at MLT Aikins, Curtis offers strategic legal counsel and defence to clients across Western Canada and beyond. He represents high-net-worth individuals, professionals, corporations, and international clients in complex litigation, professional regulation, occupational safety, criminal and quasi-criminal matters, and reputation defence. Clients turn to Curtis for clear, strategic advice in the face of regulatory risk, reputational harm, and litigation uncertainty. Whether you’re navigating a workplace accident, facing regulatory scrutiny, or managing a crisis with global implications, Curtis brings calm, clarity, and results.

Born and raised in the bustling metropolis of The Pas, Manitoba, Curtis earned his Bachelor of Arts (1995) and Juris Doctor (1998) from the University of Manitoba. He joined MLT Aikins LLP in 1998 (then Aikins, MacAulay & Thorvaldson LLP), and has since built a wide-ranging litigation and regulatory practice. First recognized by Best Lawyers® in 2017, he brings deep legal knowledge, sound judgment, and a results-driven approach to every file.

Curtis acts for clients across Western Canada and Ontario in complex civil, commercial, tax and class action litigation. He regularly advises and defends clients in regulatory and quasi-criminal matters involving legislation such as:

Curtis frequently advises high-net-worth individuals, healthcare professionals, and investment advisors on matters involving regulatory compliance, reputational risk, and professional governance. He has particular experience supporting business owners, pharmacists and other regulated professionals through investigations, audits, licensing disputes, and strategic practice management.

Curtis is also widely known for his work defending companies and individuals facing investigations, serious incidents, and prosecutions under occupational health and safety legislation. His practical, strategic advice helps clients navigate regulatory scrutiny and mitigate both legal and reputational exposure.

Practice Areas

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

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1999 (MB)