William McNamara

Bill excels in representing a wide array of clients within the arena of commercial litigation, focusing particularly on defending against product liability class actions and navigating the complexities of anti-trust law. His expertise spans price fixing, bid rigging, misleading advertising, and other illegal trade practices, alongside tackling infrastructure and construction claims, banking law disputes, as well as insolvency and corporate disagreements.

His legal acumen has been showcased across multiple Canadian jurisdictions, including Ontario, Québec, British Columbia, and Alberta. Not only does Bill bring his expertise to the courtroom and various arbitration panels, but he's also highly skilled in both English and French, handling trials and appeals in either language with ease.

Bill's involvement in significant cases is notable. He's provided counsel in class actions against international pharmaceutical companies over oral contraceptives, represented environmental science companies in litigation concerning herbicides, and defended underwriters in securities class actions related to Valeant Pharmaceuticals. His work extends to resolving disputes for the Vienna Insurance Group and handling class actions against national banks over consumer protection claims.

Recognized repeatedly for his prowess in dispute resolution and litigation, Bill has earned accolades from Chambers Canada, Benchmark Canada, and Best Lawyers in Canada, among others. His specialized knowledge in product liability within the life sciences sector has made him a go-to lawyer, acknowledged by LMG Life Sciences for his outstanding contributions.

In addition to his courtroom victories, Bill offers valuable insights into legal developments affecting product liability and class action landscapes. His analyses on the potential adoption of the MDL model in Canada and the implications of court decisions on consumer class actions provide essential guidance for clients and peers alike.

Bill's professional affiliations with The Advocates’ Society, DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar, and his leadership roles within the Canadian Bar Association underscore his commitment to the legal community. His historical contribution as counsel to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Presence of War Criminals in Canada highlights his broader impact on Canadian law and policy.

Educated at McGill University, with degrees in law and an honors degree from Loyola College Concordia University, Bill is admitted to practice in Ontario, Québec, and British Columbia, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to each case he handles.