Atty. David Chernos

Atty. David Chernos

David Chernos is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Trusts and Estates. David, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2012.

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Profile Summary

About David Chernos at a glance

David Chernos is a trusts, business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Chernos Flaherty Svonkin LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serves clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David Chernos is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Trusts and Estates
  • David, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2012
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David Chernos's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Chernos handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

David Chernos is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ontario →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Chernos is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ontario →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Chernos is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ontario →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David Chernos is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Ontario →

Jurisdictional Context

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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Chernos

Where is David Chernos's law office located?
David Chernos's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Chernos Flaherty Svonkin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Chernos handle?
David Chernos focuses on trusts, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How can I contact David Chernos for a consultation?
You can contact David Chernos directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Chernos received?
David Chernos's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026

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