Atty. Howard Winkler

Atty. Howard Winkler

Mr. Winkler has a well-deserved reputation in the Ontario legal community for good judgment and his practical, fair approach to conflict resolution.

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About Howard Winkler at a glance

Howard Winkler is a entertainment attorney, practicing at Winkler Law. Admitted to practice in Ontario, The Law Society of Upper Canada. Educated at Harvard University (—, 2013) and Harvard University (—, 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Winkler has a well-deserved reputation in the Ontario legal community for good judgment and his practical, fair approach to conflict resolution
  • Mr. Winkler is Certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation
  • Mr. Winkler regularly represents both plaintiffs and defendants in complex factual and legal disputes both at trial and at all levels of Appeal
  • Mr. Winkler specializes in the area of media and defamation law
  • For media clients this includes the pre-screening of material prior to broadcast or publication and dealing with issues related to publication bans and access to the courts
  • He has been described by the CBC and other media as one of the country's leading libel and slander experts
  • Mr. Winkler has had the privilege to represent clients in a number of cases which not only advanced his client’s interests but also helped to establish new law in a number of areas
  • Mr. Winkler has assembled a talented team of associates and clerks who allow him to represent clients in matters of any complexity and size
  • Acting as a Mediator is another of Mr. Winkler’s passions
  • He has developed a unique Risk Management approach to mediation which recognizes the benefit to the parties of retaining control over the dispute resolution process, rather than exposing themselves to the uncertainty of having strangers (arbitrators, Judges or a Jury) decide their fate

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Winkler's Areas of Practice

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

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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What practice areas does Howard Winkler handle?
Howard Winkler focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
Where did Howard Winkler go to law school?
Howard Winkler earned their education at (—, 2013); (—, 1995); (LLB, 1982).
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What awards or recognition has Howard Winkler received?
Howard Winkler's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law.

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Education

Harvard University
- 2013
Harvard University
- 1995
LLB
University of Western Ontario
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ontario, The Law Society of Upper Canada

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