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              Michael is a partner at Loopstra Nixon LLP and the head of the Commercial and Construction Litigation Group.

              He is a skilled and experienced advocate passionate about helping clients solve their litigation problems effectively and affordably. Michael works with lawyers and support professionals dedicated to providing outstanding representation and excellent client service.

              Michael practices in commercial and construction litigation and has appeared in all levels of court in Ontario. He represents clients in a range of commercial litigation matters, including disputes involving creditor remedies, enforcement of security, shareholder remedies, real estate, commercial tenancies, mortgage enforcement, breach of contract, professional liability, fraud, defamation and insurance coverage. Michael also represents owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in various construction litigation matters, including disputes involving construction contracts, liens and deficiency and delay claims.

              Michael sits on the Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee and the Student Recruitment Committee at Loopstra Nixon LLP and has been published in Advocates’ Quarterly. He has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada ™ in the area of Corporate and Commercial Litigation for two years in a row (2024 and 2025).

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                * Queen's University, B.A. (Hons)
                * York University (Schulich School of Business), M.B.A.
                * York University (Osgoode Hall Law School), J.D.

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              * Loopstra Nixon LLP (“LN”) successfully obtained judgment for approximately $1.5m for its clients.

                  Litigation & Dispute Resolution

                  December 25, 2021

              * In a decision issued December 4th, 2020 by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Justice Dietrich held in favour of Loopstra Nixon’s client LDS Capital Corporation in its claim against A & B Courier Services Ltd.

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                  November 25, 2021

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              * Firm News August 24, 2023

              Ten Loopstra Nixon Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ – 2024 Edition

              We are honoured to announce that 10 of our lawyers have been listed as leaders in their fields in the latest edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™. This marks the firm's most impressive pe...

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              * Article September 16, 2022

              Lender Held Liable For Payment of US$679,800.00 in Fees to Financial Intermediary After Acknowledging Authorization and Direction Signed By Borrower

              The decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Kemeny v. Callidus Capital Corporation contains important lessons for both lenders and financial intermediaries who broker financing arrangemen...

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              * News item August 25, 2022

              Loopstra Nixon Lawyers Recognized Among the Best Lawyers in Canada

              As a full-service business firm our practice areas are as diverse as our clients. Our 2023 Best Lawyers cohort represent four of our key practice areas and have been recognized by their peers for thei...

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              * Firm News April 26, 2021

              Michael McWilliams and Christophe Shammas were Successful in Defending LDS' Shareholder Rights

              December 04, 2020 - LDS Capital v. Smalley 2020 ONSC 7435In a decision issued December 4th, 2020 by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Justice Dietrich held in favour of Loopstra Nixon’s...

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              * Firm News September 18, 2019

              Loopstra Nixon succeeds in obtaining summary judgment on a share purchase agreement.

              Loopstra Nixon LLP (“LN”) successfully obtained judgment for approximately $1.5m for its clients. In reasons issued on September 13, 2019, the Honourable Justice Chalmers granted summary judgment to L...

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              * Article January 31, 2019

              Mortgage Enforcement: You Have Options

              As a mortgage professional, you know that economic uncertainty goes hand in hand with an increase in the rate of mortgage defaults. The good news is that when it comes to enforcement, mortgage lenders...

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