Chris’ practice focuses on commercial litigation, arbitration, insolvency and restructuring, and securities litigation. He regularly acts for corporations (both public and closely held private companies), and their directors, officers, and shareholders. He has extensive experience representing clients in contract disputes, corporate governance, oppression and shareholder litigation, securities law matters and proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. He has appeared as counsel before all levels of court in Ontario, the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal, as well as administrative tribunals and regulators, and in private and international arbitrations. Chris helps clients navigate complex legal problems by combining his experience in advocacy with his prior background as a corporate lawyer. This unique background enables him to tackle any matter with a practical business perspective and to think outside the box for creative solutions. Chris is recognized by his peers as a leading lawyer in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Legal 500 Canada, Lexpert Special Edition: Insolvency and Restructuring, and Best Lawyers in Canada.
