Matthew B. Lerner
Canada Guide 2025
Band 5 : Litigation: General Commercial
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Band 5
About
Provided by Matthew B. Lerner
Practice Areas
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. Matthew 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.
Chambers Review
Canada
Toronto-based Matthew Lerner has a strong track record in civil litigation, with a wealth of experience in real estate and construction disputes, insolvency claims and broader commercial matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Matthew is a strong lawyer with a practical mindset and a client-focused approach."
"Matthew is a pleasure to work with."
"Matthew is a strong lawyer with a practical mindset and a client-focused approach."
"Matthew is a pleasure to work with."