Recognized as a leading securities and corporate-commercial litigator, Patrick runs an active and varied practice involving shareholder and contractual disputes, oppression matters, takeover battles, defamation claims, civil fraud, trust claims, capital markets, corporate governance issues, complex regulatory matters, and securities violations. A fierce advocate with a forthright demeanor, Patrick garners trust and respect among clients, judges, and opposing counsel alike. Employing a results-driven approach and ensuring strategic alignment with clients’ long-term goals have contributed to Patrick’s extensive track record of success in complex, high-stakes and multi-party disputes. Patrick leads Whitelaw Twining’s Securities Law Group and is the backbone of the firm’s commercial litigation practice. Patrick is an outstanding mentor and palpably invested in the professional development of individual team members and the accomplishments of his team as a whole. Patrick is a passionate childhood cancer research advocate. Patrick is a founder of the team Finn Foundation and Chairman of the Board of Childhood Cancer Canada. In 2019, Patrick was awarded the Exceptional Leadership in Patient Involvement in Cancer Research and the Governor General’s Sovereign Medal for Volunteers.
