Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Ontario
Established in 1982, our firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to both plaintiffs and insurers. Our team of experienced lawyers specializes in mediation, arbitration, and civil litigation, with a particular focus on insurance-related disputes. We have been actively involved in alternative dispute resolution since the late 1980s, pioneering mediation practices in Ontario. Our lawyers are recognized leaders in the insurance field, frequently invited to speak at continuing education conferences. We maintain a commitment to personalized service, ensuring each client receives tailored legal solutions.With over four decades of experience, we have represented clients in all levels of Ontario courts. Our expertise extends to personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, insurance litigation, and medical malpractice cases. We prioritize efficient, cost-effective resolutions while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Our mediators employ advanced techniques to facilitate mutually beneficial settlements. We pride ourselves on direct client engagement with senior legal professionals, ensuring continuity and accountability throughout the process.
Services
Mediation services
Arbitration services
Civil litigation
Personal injury cases
Insurance litigation
Medical malpractice
Motor vehicle accidents
Dispute resolution
Legal representation
Alternative dispute resolution
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in insurance law and litigation
- Our senior trial lawyers serve as mediators with international training
- We maintain direct client engagement with senior legal professionals
- We pioneered mediation practices in Ontario since the late 1980s
- Our mediators have resolved thousands of civil disputes successfully
Services
Mediation services
Our mediation services facilitate resolution of civil disputes through structured negotiations. We employ experienced mediators with international training to help parties reach mutually acceptable agreements. This process offers faster, more cost-effective solutions compared to traditional litigation while maintaining confidentiality and control over outcomes.
Arbitration services
We provide binding arbitration solutions for complex legal disputes. Our arbitrators deliver fair, efficient resolutions through formalized proceedings. This alternative to court litigation maintains privacy while ensuring enforceable decisions. Our team has extensive experience in loss transfer arbitrations and related case law development.
Civil litigation
Our civil litigation practice covers all levels of Ontario courts. We represent clients in diverse legal matters including contract disputes, property claims, and tort litigation. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic settlement opportunities to achieve optimal outcomes for plaintiffs and defendants.
Insurance litigation
We specialize in resolving insurance-related legal conflicts for carriers and policyholders. Our expertise covers coverage disputes, claims litigation, and subrogation matters. We provide comprehensive legal strategies tailored to the unique requirements of insurance companies and their clients.
Personal injury cases
Our firm represents clients in personal injury matters arising from motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and other negligence cases. We work to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering while navigating complex insurance claims processes.
People
Stephen M. Malach
Founding Partner
Stephen Malach co-founded the firm in 1982 and has been instrumental in developing its mediation practice. He specializes in insurance law and civil litigation with over 40 years of legal experience.
Jon T. Fidler
Founding Partner
Jon Fidler brings decades of experience in alternative dispute resolution and insurance litigation. He co-founded the firm and continues to lead complex mediation cases across Ontario.
Ivan Luxenberg
Partner
Ivan Luxenberg specializes in personal injury litigation and insurance disputes. He has extensive courtroom experience and contributes to the firm's mediation services with his negotiation expertise.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in mediation, arbitration, civil litigation, personal injury cases, insurance litigation, and medical malpractice claims across Ontario.
How experienced are your mediators?
Our mediators are senior trial lawyers with international training and thousands of hours of mediation experience since the late 1980s.
Do you handle insurance-related legal matters?
Yes, we have extensive experience in insurance litigation, coverage disputes, and subrogation claims for both plaintiffs and insurers.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine decades of legal experience with direct client engagement from senior partners and specialized mediation expertise developed over 30 years.
Are your services available throughout Ontario?
Yes, we serve clients across Ontario with legal representation in all levels of provincial courts and alternative dispute resolution venues.
