Atty. D. Joel "Joel" Dick
Joel Dick serves as a Partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry where he emphasizes a compassionate approach in his practice. Concentrating on personal injury litigation, Joel handles cases including motor vehicle accidents , institutional liability, and solicitors’ negligence.
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D. Joel "Joel" Dick is a personal injury attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Ontario, Law Society of Ontario (2002). Educated at University of Toronto (International Relations & J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Joel Dick serves as a Partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry where he emphasizes a compassionate approach in his practice
- Concentrating on personal injury litigation, Joel handles cases including motor vehicle accidents, institutional liability, and solicitors’ negligence
- His experience spans various personal injury claims, such as slip and fall incidents, amputations, catastrophic brain injuries, and fatality claims
- With significant litigation experience, Joel is passionate about advocating for individuals affected by miscarriages of justice, wrongful convictions, and correctional officer negligence
- As a correctional misconduct lawyer, he is devoted to promoting accountability and systemic reform
- His involvement in matters has contributed to achieving positive outcomes for clients and influencing policy recommendations for correctional institutions
- Joel is actively involved in the legal community, regularly presenting to legal associations and writing for industry publications
- He is often consulted by the media on personal injury and correctional misconduct cases
- Joel has published articles on personal injury law and correctional negligence and is frequently invited to speak at legal conferences and educational events
- Furthermore, he has shared his knowledge as an instructor at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, teaching insurance law, and previously served as an adjudicator on the Toronto Licensing Tribunal for three years
- Beyond his legal practice, Joel is dedicated to pro bono work and charitable initiatives
- He was the founding president of Next Generation Energy Alternatives, a charity that focuses on promoting renewable energy technologies
- This dedication to community involvement reflects his values and commitment to justice, important to clients who value empathy and integrity in legal representation
- His efforts for a sustainable and equitable world align with his advocacy for clients, providing them with a trusted partner throughout their legal journey
- In addition to his legal career, Joel has authored three short stories published in the “Tender Worlds: Tales of the Real and Surreal” collection by Yorkland Publishing
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Why local counsel matters in Ontario
Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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