Matthew B. Lerner

Matthew is routinely called on as a litigator of choice for complex commercial disputes, including infrastructure and real estate disputes, and insolvency matters. He is frequently retained by parties involved in complicated shareholder or partnership disputes, commercial arbitrations and in prosecuting or defending civil fraud claims. Matthew has also acted on behalf of directors and officers in the defence of large multi-jurisdiction proceedings. Matthew’s clients span a wide range of industries, ranging from individual entrepreneurs to large real estate developers and public companies in the information and technology sector. Matthew is a tough and practical advocate who is valued by his clients for his business acumen, candid communication style and commitment to winning. Since 2010, Matthew has been the Chair of the Lenczner Slaght Moot in Legal Ethics and Professionalism which is held annually for law students at Western Law. He is also a member of the firm’s Management Committee. In 2020, Matthew was recognized as a Lexpert Rising Star for his outstanding track record of success and his exemplary leadership at the firm and in the community.