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Whelton Hiutin LLP

Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

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Whelton Hiutin LLP

Rankings

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - Ontario

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Whelton Hiutin is a Toronto-based boutique firm focused on commercial and civil litigation, as well as possessing supplementary expertise in dispute resolution. The firm has particular strength in the real estate sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Whelton Hiutin LLP acted for BeMo Academic Consulting and its principal, Behrouz Moemeni, in a hostile shareholder dispute with the minority shareholder, Lindsay McCaw.

Strengths

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  • Beyond its expertise across key areas of litigation, Whelton Hiutin engages clients with a thoughtful, personal touch. The firm demonstrates a strong ability to balance legal precision with real-world business considerations, making them a highly effective and trusted adviser.

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  • The firm is strategic, business-minded and grounded in the operational realities of the client.

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  • Whelton Hiutin provides excellent legal services and has excellent understanding of the subject matter.

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  • The department is distinguished by its exceptional responsiveness, clear and proactive communication and consistently client‑focused approach.

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  • Whelton Hiutin provides direct and practical advice that incorporates business understanding.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Maureen Whelton
    Band 6Maureen Whelton

    Maureen Whelton

    Maureen Whelton is a founding partner of Whelton Hiutin and head of the firm's general commercial litigation group. She has notable expertise in matters relating to the real estate and construction sectors.

    • Maureen is a superior litigator who instills confidence in her clients. She is able to analyse complex situations and provide a response on a timely basis.

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    • Maureen has a practical understanding of our business and provides advice that is measured, strategic and commercially aware.

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    • Maureen is an impeccable lawyer.
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