Founder & principal of Gillian Hnatiw & Co., a feminist litigation firm in Toronto. Maintains broad civil litigation practice but is particularly renown for her expertise in areas of sexual abuse, harassment & discrimination. Frequently navigates sensitive, complex matters on behalf of individuals & organizations. Advises institutions & regulators on best practices for navigating sexual misconduct allegations. Conducts third-party investigations for employers, post-secondary institutions & healthcare organizations. Has made numerous appearances before all levels of court across the country, incl. the Supreme Court of Canada, a variety of administrative tribunals, & counsel at several Coroner’s Inquests. Leant her expertise in gender-based violence to Nova Scotia’s Mass Casualty Commission, where she served as Senior Commission Counsel (2021-2023). Past Chair of Women’s Legal Education & Action Fund (LEAF). Ranked in Lexpert, Best Lawyers & Benchmark Legal for her expertise in a range of legal areas, incl. administrative law, personal injury, employment law, corporate commercial litigation & medical malpractice. Past recipient of the Honsberger Award (2020). Former Lexpert Rising Star (2015). Named to Benchmark Legal’s annual list of Top 100 Women Litigators in Canada since 2022.
