Commercial and Civil Disputes

Aitken Legal is dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs, small and medium business owners, professionals and knowledge workers through difficult or complex real-world issues. We approach commercial and civil disputes and the aim of achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

Whether plaintiff or defendant, our method is to develop a thorough understanding of your situation and most pressing concerns so that we can mutually formulate a strategy tailored to achieving your goals. For situations where the other side is willing to reasonably come to the table, we can guide you through a reasonable settlement process or mechanisms such as binding arbitration. Where this is not possible, we take pride in vigorously advocating on your behalf through the court system.

At Aitken Legal, we possess broad experience in commercial and civil litigation gained through successfully advocating for our clients at the superior court and appellate levels. We can guide you through matters relating to a breach of contract, corporate or shareholder disputes, fiduciary duties, and unfair competition. We also have experience in investment, secured credit and bankruptcy and insolvency related matters. 

Aitken Legal has particular expertise in emergent issues relating to fraud, corporate and shareholder disputes, and restrictive contractual covenants in the business or employment context. This includes specific experience in obtaining injunctions and other extraordinary remedies in special forums like the Commercial List, the Toronto Civil Urgent Matters List, and hearings brought on an urgent basis.