Michael Mazzuca

Michael Mazzuca serves as a key Partner in Koskie Minsky's Pension and Employee Benefits Group, holding the significant role of Managing Partner within the firm. His expertise spans across the Canadian landscape, providing invaluable legal counsel to multi-employer pension plans (MEPPs), jointly sponsored pension plans, and various other jointly governed plans, including those focused on health, welfare, and training funds. Michael's advisory capacity also extends to supporting trade unions and groups of plan members and retirees, guiding them through complexities related to governance, fiduciary responsibilities, and investment strategies.

With a rich background in litigation, Michael has skillfully navigated pension and benefit disputes, representing clients before administrative tribunals and courts at all levels within Canada, including class action lawsuits. His adeptness at ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance is evident in his appearances before the Ontario Financial Services Tribunal, particularly in cases concerning partial wind-ups and funding essentials.

Michael's academic contributions include a stint as an adjunct professor at the University of Western Ontario's Faculty of Law, where he shared his knowledge and insights on pensions and employee benefits. A sought-after speaker, he frequently addresses audiences at conferences, enriching discussions on the complexities and evolving nature of pension and employee benefit schemes.

His legal practice, conducted through a professional corporation, is bolstered by a solid educational foundation with a J.D. from the University of Toronto in 1990 and a B.A. from the same institution in 1987. Michael's leadership and expertise are recognized through his roles as Director of the Multi-Employer Benefit Plan Council of Canada, and his past chairmanships of the Canadian Bar Association's Pension and Benefits Section and the Legal Advisory Committee of the Ontario Financial Services Tribunal.

An active member of several prestigious organizations, including the MEPP Advisory Committee of the Financial Services Commission of Ontario, the Ontario Bar Association, the International Pension and Employee Benefits Lawyers’ Association, the Canadian Pension and Benefits Institute, and the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans, Michael’s engagements in these groups highlight his commitment to advancing the field of pension and employee benefits.

Through his practice, Michael Mazzuca has become a pivotal figure in advocating for pension and benefit rights, showcasing a dedication to enhancing the financial security and welfare of plan members and retirees across Canada.