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Provided by Jeffrey S Leon
Practice Areas
Jeffrey Leon, one of Canada’s pre-eminent counsel, helps clients develop practical approaches to complex, ‘bet-the-company’ business litigation and class actions. He advocates for companies, directors, officers, and individuals involved in domestic and cross-border securities, commercial, corporate, product liability, professional negligence and health care proceedings. Jeff has advised independent committees in a variety of corporate transactions and has acted as counsel and neutral in domestic and international arbitrations. He has had extensive experience in a wide variety of administrative law matters. Jeff uses his deep experience to deliver the result sought by clients, whether through negotiated settlement or vigorous advocacy at trial.
Career
Admitted to the Ontario bar, 1979.
Personal
Jeff has received the Ontario Bar Association Award of Excellence in Civil Litigation (2014), Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2013) in recognition for his achievements in law and his commitment to serving his community, The Advocates' Society's Catzman Award for Civility and Professionalism (2010), and the Law Society Medal from the Law Society of Ontario (2005) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the profession.
Chambers Review
Canada
Jeffrey Leon is highlighted for his long-standing experience, which covers both class action and single-plaintiff disputes. A seasoned litigator, he has experience handling a range of commercial, securities and product liability cases.
Accomplished litigator Jeffrey Leon is distinguished for his experience defending clients in a range of different disputes, including breach of contract litigation and oppression lawsuits. He is located in Bennett Jones's Toronto office.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"He has been a leader of the Bar for a number of years."
"He has been a leader of the Bar for a number of years."
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