Thomas Slade

Thomas Slade, a distinguished legal practitioner, holds the esteemed position of partner at Supreme Advocacy. His expertise shines brightest in the realm of appellate litigation, specifically in guiding cases through the intricate process of appeals and applications for leave to appeal. His impressive career includes appearances as counsel in the respected halls of the Ontario Court of Appeal and Federal Court of Appeal, and he has also had the honor of serving as co-counsel at the highest judicial level in Canada, the Supreme Court.

Thomas is not only adept in courtroom advocacy but also excels in the nuanced field of legal research. His areas of focus are diverse and encompass aboriginal law, constitutional law, religious freedom, professional negligence, and regulatory matters. Renowned for his ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, pragmatic solutions, Thomas has authored numerous legal opinions that reflect his depth of understanding and practical approach.

Prior to his tenure at Supreme Advocacy, Thomas honed his skills in advocacy and litigation at a national law firm, where he began as an articling student and later ascended to the role of associate. This phase of his career was marked by a dedication to refining his litigation techniques and understanding of legal proceedings. Additionally, Thomas enriched his legal acumen working at a boutique firm specializing in access to information and administrative law, where he served as a student-at-law.

Thomas’ academic journey is equally impressive. During his time at the University of Ottawa, he was not only deeply involved in legal scholarship as the Articles Editor and Editor-in-Chief for the Ottawa Law Review but also contributed significantly as a research assistant to a renowned professor in technology law. This academic excellence followed his earlier achievement of earning a Bachelor of Journalism from Carleton University, laying a solid foundation for his legal career.