Atty. Nick Kennedy
Nick Kennedy is Partner at OKT with a broad litigation and advisory practice. In addition to his Indigenous law work, which includes matters related to the interpretation of modern treaties and the Duty to Consult, Nick has experience in constitutional (especially the division of powers), administrative, anti-money laundering, contract, construction, energy and freedom of information law matters.
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Nick Kennedy is an attorney based in Mississauga, Ontario, practicing at Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Ontario, Law Society of Ontario (2014) and Quebec, Barreau du Québec (2022). Educated at McGill University (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice (2026). Serands clients in Mississauga, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Nick Kennedy is Partner at OKT with a broad litigation and advisory practice
- In addition to his Indigenous law work, which includes matters related to the interpretation of modern treaties and the Duty to Consult, Nick has experience in constitutional (especially the division of powers), administrative, anti-money laundering, contract, construction, energy and freedom of information law matters
- Nick has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, the Quebec Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court of Canada, and before a number of administrative tribunals, including the Canadian International Trade Tribunal and the Ontario Energy Board
- Nick obtained degrees in common law and civil law at McGill
- Prior to joining OKT, Nick summered at the Attorney General of Ontario’s Constitutional Law Branch, and practiced for six years in the litigation department of a large national law firm
- Nick is called to the bar in Ontario, and speaks French
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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 Mississauga 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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