Atty. David Gadsden

Atty. David Gadsden

Biography David Gadsden represents global clients in complex commercial disputes. He is the Chair of Baker McKenzie's Canadian Class Actions Group and is known for his sound advice on commercial class actions, competition and antitrust matters, arbitration, fraud cases and product liability matters.

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David Gadsden is a business and litigation attorney, practicing at Baker McKenzie LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Ontario (2005). Educated at University of Western Ontario (LL.B., 2004) and Wilfrid Laurier University (—, 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026).

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  • Biography David Gadsden represents global clients in complex commercial disputes
  • He is the Chair of Baker McKenzie's Canadian Class Actions Group and is known for his sound advice on commercial class actions, competition and antitrust matters, arbitration, fraud cases and product liability matters
  • Clients value David's pragmatic and determined approach to disputes and have described him as "absolutely terrific at bringing across the finish line the most complex and multidimensional issues"
  • David has been recognized by Benchmark Litigation, Legal 500, Best Lawyers Canada, and Lexpert’s annual Guide to the Leading US/Canada Cross-border Litigation Lawyers
  • He has previously been recognized by Lexpert as a Rising Star
  • Practice Focus As Chair of Baker McKenzie's Canadian Class Actions Group, David draws on his extensive class action experience, having acted as counsel for defendants and plaintiffs in numerous national and global class action lawsuits involving allegations of anti-competitive conduct, professional service negligence, product liability and securities fraud
  • David's practice also comprises international and domestic business disputes of all manner, including competition and antitrust litigation, commercial arbitration, business tort and trade secrets claims and product liability matters
  • David also has deep experience in fraud and financial crime matters
  • He is trusted counsel on multijurisdictional fraud investigations, including related civil disputes and regulatory proceedings
  • David has appeared as counsel at all levels of court in Ontario and in international and domestic arbitrations
  • He has completed the Osgoode Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, as well as the Intensive Advocacy Training Program conducted by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy
  • David has also lectured in the Osgoode Hall Graduate (LL.M.) Programme

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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What practice areas does David Gadsden handle?
David Gadsden focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has David Gadsden practiced law?
David Gadsden has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did David Gadsden go to law school?
David Gadsden earned their education at (LL.B., 2004); (—, 1995).
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David Gadsden's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Education

LL.B.
University of Western Ontario
- 2004
Wilfrid Laurier University
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 2005

Cases Handled (2)

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