Atty. Richard Macklin

Atty. Richard Macklin

Richard was called to the Bar in 1993, and has extensive experience in a broad range of litigation cases including; contract, shareholders, real estate, condominium, employment, construction, defamation and other disputes. Richard has also developed considerable experience in government litigation including: coroner’s inquests, licencing, general administrative, Indigenous and constitutional law.

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About Richard Macklin at a glance

Richard Macklin is a government attorney, practicing at Whelton Hiutin LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1993). Educated at Osgoode Hall Law School (LL.B., 1991) and University of Manitoba (—, 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation) (2026).

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  • Richard was called to the Bar in 1993, and has extensive experience in a broad range of litigation cases including
  • contract, shareholders, real estate, condominium, employment, construction, defamation and other disputes
  • Richard has also developed considerable experience in government litigation including: coroner’s inquests, licencing, general administrative, Indigenous and constitutional law
  • In addition to extensive trial experience, Richard appears regularly in appeal courts and has acted on numerous landmark cases at the Supreme Court of Canada and Court of Appeal for Ontario
  • Richard graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Richard has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 15th and 16th Editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada
  • His wide-ranging experience has also been recognized by the Law Society of Ontario who, in September 2009, granted Richard the designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation)
  • Richard was recently appointed to the ground-breaking panel of lawyers that will serve as Presiding Inquest Officers at Coroner’s Inquests
  • Richard further acted in an adjudicative role for over 10 years as a Vice-Chair of a Provincial Appeal Tribunal and has acted as Independent Legal Counsel to various professional regulatory clients
  • Richard is also a frequent writer and presenter on legal issues, and currently serves as a skills instructor with the Advocates’ Society
  • Richard’s current clients include “blue chip” real estate companies, publicly traded corporations, a Provincial Law Society and its insurer, and Indigenous Governing Agencies

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Macklin's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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What practice areas does Richard Macklin handle?
Richard Macklin focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Richard Macklin practiced law?
Richard Macklin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Richard Macklin go to law school?
Richard Macklin earned their education at (LL.B., 1991); (—, 1986).
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What awards or recognition has Richard Macklin received?
Richard Macklin's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation).

Education

LL.B.
Osgoode Hall Law School
- 1991
University of Manitoba
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Designation of Certified Specialist (Civil Litigation)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1993

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