Sarah Armstrong

Sarah Armstrong leads the Ontario Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice Group at Fasken, showcasing her prowess as a masterful litigator. Her approach skillfully blends courtroom expertise and judicious strategy, aiding clients embroiled in pivotal business disputes.

Specializing in complex commercial disputes and professional liability issues, Sarah guides her clients through litigation and arbitration alike. Her notable experience in class action defense spans a variety of fields, including securities, product liability, and privacy, among others. She provides counsel to entities in sectors as diverse as mining, healthcare, and retail, playing a key role as both lead and co-counsel in numerous trial and appellate cases, as well as in domestic and international arbitration proceedings.

Her legal expertise has not gone unnoticed, earning national recognition by esteemed legal directories like Chambers and Partners and Benchmark Litigation, further highlighted by her accolade as a “Rising Star” by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. Sarah is also a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America and an active member of the International Association of Defence Counsel (IADC).

Sarah’s commitment to the legal community extends beyond her litigation practice. A regular mentor and presenter with The Advocates’ Society, she dedicates her time to teaching essential skills related to class actions and commercial litigation. Her volunteer work, particularly with the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and her role as Secretary of the Board of Directors of the University of Toronto Alumni Association, underscores her dedication to fostering legal excellence.

In her role at Fasken, she also chairs the firm’s Ontario Professional Development Committee, further contributing to the legal profession’s growth and excellence.

Pro bono work is another area where Sarah makes significant contributions, notably co-chairing Fasken’s Ontario Pro Bono Committee and leading the Board of Directors of Pro Bono Ontario. Her advocacy efforts, especially for children with disabilities, have made substantial impacts, culminating in her receiving the Ontario Bar Association’s David Scott Award for Pro Bono Law in 2023.

Sarah’s educational achievements include an LLB from the University of Toronto, where she made the Dean's List, and a BA (Honours) from McMaster University. Her community involvement is extensive, with leadership roles in Pro Bono Ontario and active participation in various committees and associations that reflect her commitment to both the legal profession and societal well-being.