Atty. James R. Howie

Atty. James R. Howie

James R. Howie is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, medical malpractice.

Toronto Toronto 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Howie at a glance

James R. Howie is a Partner based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Howie Sacks & Henry LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1980). Educated at Queen's University (LL. B., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Toronto Lawyers Association (Past President and Trustee) Ontario Bar Association (Member: Litigation Section Insurance Law Section) Medico-Legal Society of Toronto The Advocates' Society American Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Howie is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, medical malpractice
  • James R. received a degree from Queen's University in 1978, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James R. practices at Howie Sacks & Henry LLP in Toronto, ON

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Howie's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James R. Howie is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ontario →

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.

James R. Howie is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ontario →

Insurance Law

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

James R. Howie 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James R. Howie

Where is James R. Howie's law office located?
James R. Howie's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Howie Sacks & Henry LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Howie handle?
James R. Howie focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has James R. Howie practiced law?
James R. Howie has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
What languages does James R. Howie speak?
James R. Howie provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did James R. Howie go to law school?
James R. Howie earned their education at (LL. B., 1978).
How can I contact James R. Howie for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Howie 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 James R. Howie received?
James R. Howie's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL. B.
Queen's University
- 1978

Languages

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1980

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