Jeffrey Haylock

At Polley Faith, Jeffrey has carved out a reputation as a go-to partner for those entangled in the intricate web of corporate/commercial, civil, and regulatory litigation. His skill in guiding both corporations and individuals through the labyrinth of high-stakes commercial disputes and internal probes is widely recognized. Jeffrey's legal acumen shines bright, with his expertise acknowledged across all judicial levels in Ontario and up to the Supreme Court of Canada.

Jeffrey's academic journey is as impressive as his professional trajectory. After earning a BA (Hons) from Trinity College at the University of Toronto, he ventured abroad to secure an MPhil in linguistics from Queens' College, University of Cambridge. His quest for knowledge didn't stop there; he went on to obtain an LLB from Dalhousie Law School, followed by an LLM, returning to Queens' College. His time in law school was marked by notable achievements, including securing the Borden Ladner Gervais research fellowship, helming the Dalhousie Journal of Legal Studies as Co-Editor-in-Chief, and showcasing his moot court prowess at the national level with the Gale Cup. Jeffrey's intellectual contributions extend beyond the courtroom, with several publications in legal history, private international law, and administrative law to his name.

Jeffrey's early legal career was distinguished by his roles as a clerk, first serving under the Hon. Justice Eleanor Dawson at the Federal Court of Appeal, followed by a clerkship with the Hon. Justice Thomas Cromwell at the Supreme Court of Canada. These experiences honed his legal insight and laid a solid foundation for his subsequent achievements.

In 2012, Jeffrey was formally admitted to the Ontario bar, marking the beginning of an illustrious career that would see him become a vital member of several prestigious legal associations, including the Advocates’ Society, the Law Society of Upper Canada, and the Toronto Lawyers’ Association.

Beyond his practice, Jeffrey is deeply committed to legal education, sharing his knowledge and experience as an instructor in Osgoode Hall Law School's international LLM program. He also contributes to the development of aspiring legal minds as an internal moot coach at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and as a guest instructor at the Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop.

Jeffrey's expertise spans a diverse range of areas, from complex commercial and shareholder disputes to securities litigation, public & regulatory law, professional liability, and special investigations. This broad spectrum of knowledge, combined with his exceptional educational background and commitment to legal education, sets Jeffrey apart as a distinguished figure in the legal community.