Atty. Garth Macdonald

Atty. Garth Macdonald

Garth Macdonald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury litigation, insurance law and 2 other areas of law. Garth received a degree from McGill University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Ottawa Ottawa 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Garth Macdonald at a glance

Garth Macdonald is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Ottawa, Ontario. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1969). Educated at Osgoode Hall (LL.B., 1968) and McGill University (B.Sc., 1964). Serands clients in Ottawa, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Garth Macdonald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury litigation, insurance law and 2 other areas of law
  • Garth received a degree from McGill University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Garth practices in Ottawa, ON

Practice Areas Explained

Garth Macdonald's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Garth Macdonald is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ontario →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Garth Macdonald is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ontario →

Civil Litigation

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

Garth Macdonald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ontario →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Garth Macdonald is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Ottawa 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Garth Macdonald

Where is Garth Macdonald's law office located?
Garth Macdonald's law practice is located in Ottawa, Ontario. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Garth Macdonald handle?
Garth Macdonald focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has Garth Macdonald practiced law?
Garth Macdonald has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Garth Macdonald go to law school?
Garth Macdonald earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (B.Sc., 1964).
How can I contact Garth Macdonald for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Osgoode Hall
- 1968
B.Sc.
McGill University
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1969

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