Atty. Michael B. McWilliams
Michael B. McWilliams is a partner at Loopstra Nixon LLP and the head of the firm’s Commercial and Construction Litigation Group.
Corporate And Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Toronto, ON
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About Michael B. McWilliams at a Glance
Michael B. McWilliams is a business and litigation attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Loopstra Nixon. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. McWilliams
- Michael B. McWilliams is a partner at Loopstra Nixon LLP and the head of the firm’s Commercial and Construction Litigation Group
- He is a skilled and experienced advocate passionate about helping clients solve their litigation problems effectively and affordably
- Michael works with lawyers and support professionals dedicated to providing outstanding representation and excellent client service
- Michael practices in commercial and construction litigation and has appeared in all levels of court in Ontario
- He represents clients in a range of commercial litigation matters, including disputes involving creditor remedies, enforcement of security, shareholder remedies, real estate, commercial tenancies, mortgage enforcement, breach of contract, professional liability, fraud, defamation and insurance coverage
- Michael also represents owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in various construction litigation matters, including disputes involving construction contracts, liens and deficiency and delay claims
- Michael sits on the Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee and the Student Recruitment Committee at Loopstra Nixon LLP and has been published in Advocates’ Quarterly
- Click here to learn more about Michael
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. McWilliams's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. McWilliams handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Toronto.
Business & Corporate Law in Toronto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael B. McWilliams is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ontario →
Civil Litigation in Toronto
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Toronto
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.
Toronto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Toronto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Toronto Choose Michael B. McWilliams
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B. McWilliams's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Michael B. McWilliams can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Toronto
A Toronto-based practice means Michael B. McWilliams attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael B. McWilliams Handles in Toronto
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