Litigation: Securities

Toronto-based Lawrence Ritchie is notable for the depth and breadth of his practice in the securities space. He has extensive experience representing clients in litigation stemming from OSC investigations, as well as other regulatory disputes and securities class action suits.

Larry brings vast experience and strong commercial judgement to the table.

Lawrence is just really fantastic. He really understands our business and what the hot-button things are from a regulatory perspective.

Mark Gelowitz has experience handling a broad range of disputes, including those in the technology, insurance, real estate and PE sectors. Based in Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt's Toronto office, he is additionally instructed for his representation in class action proceedings.

Mark is a strong litigator and, most importantly, gives practical advice. I always get his forthright view and he doesn't shy away from speaking about challenges and his views on the best way forward.

Based in Toronto, Craig Lockwood represents clients in securities class actions and OSC investigations, acting for both corporate entities and individual executives. He also has an active product liability practice.

Craig is a wonderful guy. He is very sensible, smart and cooperative. I couldn't recommend him enough. He knows his stuff and has good judgement. I would hire Craig any day of the week.

He showed clear depth of understanding and offered practical advice.

National litigation department chair Sonia Bjorkquist is a well-respected practitioner with notable experience handling product liability class actions. She represents her clients from Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt's Toronto office.

When we have a complex litigation we want Sonia on the file, as she brings her powerhouse ability in the most authentic and unassuming way.

Lauren Tomasich is based in Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt's Toronto office, where she handles commercial disputes, securities matters, white-collar defence and enforcement proceedings.

Lauren is extremely fixated on getting the best outcome possible. She does not back away from a fight and knows the difference between the ones worth fighting and the ones worth walking away from.

Lauren is smart, hard-working and an elite-level advocate. She brings insights that you can appreciate due to their strategic thoughtfulness. She has helped me win every litigation file, full stop.

Lauren is excellent.

Robert Carson has a fast-growing reputation for his securities litigation practice, which includes strengths in both M&A litigation and securities class action defence. He is based in Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt's Toronto office.

Rob is very knowledgeable in the securities litigation field. He is very organised and knowledgeable. He's also responsive and effective.

Robert has exceptional memory and attention to detail.