Sandra Barton

At the heart of Toronto's legal scene, Sandra Barton shines as a beacon of expertise in civil and commercial litigation at Gowling WLG. Her acclaim reaches far, with accolades from the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and The Best Lawyers in Canada, where she's spotlighted as a top-tier corporate commercial litigator. Her prowess extends to being celebrated for her role in leading class actions over recent years.

Barton's legal journey is marked by her adept handling of multifaceted commercial litigation, defense in class actions, professional liability, and issues surrounding trademarks and copyrights, leveraging her status as a registered trademark agent. Clients facing challenges from complex contract disputes to shareholder disagreements find in Barton a formidable ally. She's navigated through cases involving banking litigation, fraud allegations, and commercial real estate disputes, to name a few. Barton's proficiency also covers the nuanced realms of product liability, medical device and pharmaceutical regulation, defamation cases, and the enforcement of foreign judgments.

Her legal expertise is matched by her dedication to education and mentorship. As a certificate holder in mining law from Osgoode Professional Development, Barton enriches her practice with a deep understanding of the mining sector. Her passion for nurturing legal minds has led her to teach trial and appellate skills across North America. Osgoode Hall Law School benefits from her as an adjunct professor, and she stands as a principal instructor at its Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop. Her influence extends to the University of Notre Dame and The Advocates' Society, where she regularly imparts her knowledge.

Recognition for her educational contributions came in 2021 when The Advocates' Society honored her with the Award for Excellence in Teaching. Beyond her professional and educational endeavors, Barton's compassion shines through her board memberships with The Advocates' Society and Touching Tiny Lives Foundation. This latter role underscores her commitment to aiding children and families in Lesotho affected by HIV/AIDS. Furthermore, her previous tenure on the board of the Homes First Foundation reflects her resolve to combat homelessness in Toronto, offering a lifeline to those in dire need of housing and support.

Sandra Barton, through her illustrious career, education initiatives, and philanthropic efforts, embodies the pinnacle of legal practice, mentorship, and community service, setting a high bar for legal professionals everywhere.