Justin Martin
Partner
Justin is a Toronto-based partner whose practice focuses on health law and insurance defence. He represents health professionals and public entities in litigation and regulatory matters with a balanced, collaborative approach.
Office
Areas of Expertise
Health Law
Medical Malpractice Defence
Insurance Defence
Municipal And Police Defence
Personal Injury Claims
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Occupier Liability
Property Damage
Regulatory Proceedings
Education
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
Juris Doctor, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2017)
Dean’s List, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2014-2015)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Criminal Justice & Public Policy, University of Guelph (2010)
Dean’s Honour List, University of Guelph (2006-2010)
Education
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
Juris Doctor, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2017)
Dean’s List, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2014-2015)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Criminal Justice & Public Policy, University of Guelph (2010)
Dean’s Honour List, University of Guelph (2006-2010)
Education
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
Juris Doctor, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2017)
Dean’s List, Queen’s University Faculty of Law (2014-2015)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Criminal Justice & Public Policy, University of Guelph (2010)
Dean’s Honour List, University of Guelph (2006-2010)
Awards and Recognition
Recognized in Canadian Legal Expert Directory in the area of medical negligence (2025)
Awards and Recognition
Recognized in Canadian Legal Expert Directory in the area of medical negligence (2025)
Awards and Recognition
Recognized in Canadian Legal Expert Directory in the area of medical negligence (2025)
Selected Presentations and Publications
“Mitigating and Litigating By-Law Issues: Homeless Encampments”, co-presenter with Kathryn Ball at the Municipal & Public Entity Risk Conference (April 18, 2024)
“Covid-19 Protests: Considerations for Municipalities”, co-presenter with Stephen Ronan at the International Municipal Lawyers Association’s Annual Canadian Conference (May 31, 2022)
“‘Best Foot Forward’ Principle Strongly Reaffirmed in Recent Summary Judgment Decision”, author of a blog post analyzing a recent failed summary judgment motion (Flis v. Cedar Fair, 2020 ONSC 874) concerning occupier’s liability (March 18, 2020)
“Municipal Liability under Section 44 of the Municipal Act, 2001: Recent Developments,” co-author with Brian Grant who was a presenter at the Ontario Bar Association’s Institute 2019 (February 8, 2019)
Selected Presentations and Publications
“Mitigating and Litigating By-Law Issues: Homeless Encampments”, co-presenter with Kathryn Ball at the Municipal & Public Entity Risk Conference (April 18, 2024)
“Covid-19 Protests: Considerations for Municipalities”, co-presenter with Stephen Ronan at the International Municipal Lawyers Association’s Annual Canadian Conference (May 31, 2022)
“‘Best Foot Forward’ Principle Strongly Reaffirmed in Recent Summary Judgment Decision”, author of a blog post analyzing a recent failed summary judgment motion (Flis v. Cedar Fair, 2020 ONSC 874) concerning occupier’s liability (March 18, 2020)
“Municipal Liability under Section 44 of the Municipal Act, 2001: Recent Developments,” co-author with Brian Grant who was a presenter at the Ontario Bar Association’s Institute 2019 (February 8, 2019)
Selected Presentations and Publications
“Mitigating and Litigating By-Law Issues: Homeless Encampments”, co-presenter with Kathryn Ball at the Municipal & Public Entity Risk Conference (April 18, 2024)
“Covid-19 Protests: Considerations for Municipalities”, co-presenter with Stephen Ronan at the International Municipal Lawyers Association’s Annual Canadian Conference (May 31, 2022)
“‘Best Foot Forward’ Principle Strongly Reaffirmed in Recent Summary Judgment Decision”, author of a blog post analyzing a recent failed summary judgment motion (Flis v. Cedar Fair, 2020 ONSC 874) concerning occupier’s liability (March 18, 2020)
“Municipal Liability under Section 44 of the Municipal Act, 2001: Recent Developments,” co-author with Brian Grant who was a presenter at the Ontario Bar Association’s Institute 2019 (February 8, 2019)
Noteworthy Cases
Jerry v. The Corporation of the City of Barrie et al., 2020 ONSC 629: Acted with senior counsel, Jennifer Hunter, as trial counsel for the successful defendants, the City of Barrie and several city officials. This claim arose out of the plaintiffs’ allegations that the defendants had prevented a cellular communications tower from being installed on the plaintiffs’ property. The plaintiffs sought damages under the torts of misfeasance in public office and intentional and unlawful interference with economic relations. The defendants were entirely successful at trial with the plaintiffs failing to prove liability, causation or damages.
Tahir v. Mitoff, 2019 ONSC 7298: Acted with senior counsel, Anne Spafford and Cynthia Kuehl, as trial counsel on behalf of the successful defendant physicians in a medical malpractice claim. The claim was dismissed as the defendants were all found to have met the standard of care.
Noteworthy Cases
Jerry v. The Corporation of the City of Barrie et al., 2020 ONSC 629: Acted with senior counsel, Jennifer Hunter, as trial counsel for the successful defendants, the City of Barrie and several city officials. This claim arose out of the plaintiffs’ allegations that the defendants had prevented a cellular communications tower from being installed on the plaintiffs’ property. The plaintiffs sought damages under the torts of misfeasance in public office and intentional and unlawful interference with economic relations. The defendants were entirely successful at trial with the plaintiffs failing to prove liability, causation or damages.
Tahir v. Mitoff, 2019 ONSC 7298: Acted with senior counsel, Anne Spafford and Cynthia Kuehl, as trial counsel on behalf of the successful defendant physicians in a medical malpractice claim. The claim was dismissed as the defendants were all found to have met the standard of care.
Noteworthy Cases
Jerry v. The Corporation of the City of Barrie et al., 2020 ONSC 629: Acted with senior counsel, Jennifer Hunter, as trial counsel for the successful defendants, the City of Barrie and several city officials. This claim arose out of the plaintiffs’ allegations that the defendants had prevented a cellular communications tower from being installed on the plaintiffs’ property. The plaintiffs sought damages under the torts of misfeasance in public office and intentional and unlawful interference with economic relations. The defendants were entirely successful at trial with the plaintiffs failing to prove liability, causation or damages.
Tahir v. Mitoff, 2019 ONSC 7298: Acted with senior counsel, Anne Spafford and Cynthia Kuehl, as trial counsel on behalf of the successful defendant physicians in a medical malpractice claim. The claim was dismissed as the defendants were all found to have met the standard of care.
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Ontario Bar Association
Canadian Bar Association
Toronto Lawyers Association
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Ontario Bar Association
Canadian Bar Association
Toronto Lawyers Association
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Ontario Bar Association
Canadian Bar Association
Toronto Lawyers Association
A Lawyer Who Listens
Justin Martin is a Toronto-based partner at Lerners whose litigation practice focuses on health law and insurance defence.
“I assist health professionals — primarily physicians — in litigation and regulatory proceedings, be they lawsuits, complaints, or investigations,” explains Justin. “I also advise on issues relating to patient management and privacy concerns.
“In my specialty risk and insurance practice, I defend insured entities, including municipalities, police services, children’s aid societies, and individuals on a wide range of matters. This includes actions relating to personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, occupier liability, slip and falls, and property damage.”
Representing several police services, Justin acts for police officers in malicious prosecution and negligent investigation proceedings. He also defends municipalities in matters relating to issues such as the design of highways and roads, building inspection and acts for municipal employees who are targeted for the execution of their duties.
A hardworking but reasonable advocate, Justin will defend his client’s interests to the best of his ability. However, he also considers himself a collaborative lawyer, and he will consider his client’s input carefully when strategizing. “I will always be a strong advocate for my clients. However, I also believe it is important to be frank and candid with my clients. If we have serious issues with our case, my client needs to know and consider this when giving instructions.”
Justin Martin is a Toronto-based partner at Lerners whose litigation practice focuses on health law and insurance defence.
“I assist health professionals — primarily physicians — in litigation and regulatory proceedings, be they lawsuits, complaints, or investigations,” explains Justin. “I also advise on issues relating to patient management and privacy concerns.
“In my specialty risk and insurance practice, I defend insured entities, including municipalities, police services, children’s aid societies, and individuals on a wide range of matters. This includes actions relating to personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, occupier liability, slip and falls, and property damage.”
Justin has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court of Ontario, Small Claims Court, and the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board. He has also acted on matters before the Ontario Court of Appeal; the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal; the Ontario Land Tribunal; and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario’s Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee.
Representing several police services, Justin acts for police officers in malicious prosecution and negligent investigation proceedings. He also defends municipalities in matters relating to issues such as the design of highways and roads, building inspection and acts for municipal employees who are targeted for the execution of their duties.
He is a reasonable and even-keeled lawyer that has empathy for his clients. “I understand how stressed they are dealing with litigation or regulatory complaints,” says Justin.
A hardworking but reasonable advocate, Justin will defend his client’s interests to the best of his ability. However, he also considers himself a collaborative lawyer, and he will consider his client’s input carefully when strategizing. “I will always be a strong advocate for my clients. However, I also believe it is important to be frank and candid with my clients. If we have serious issues with our case, my client needs to know and consider this when giving instructions.”
Justin Martin is a Toronto-based partner at Lerners whose litigation practice focuses on health law and insurance defence.
“I assist health professionals — primarily physicians — in litigation and regulatory proceedings, be they lawsuits, complaints, or investigations,” explains Justin. “I also advise on issues relating to patient management and privacy concerns.
“In my specialty risk and insurance practice, I defend insured entities, including municipalities, police services, children’s aid societies, and individuals on a wide range of matters. This includes actions relating to personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, occupier liability, slip and falls, and property damage.”
Justin has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court of Ontario, Small Claims Court, and the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board. He has also acted on matters before the Ontario Court of Appeal; the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal; the Ontario Land Tribunal; and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario’s Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee.
Representing several police services, Justin acts for police officers in malicious prosecution and negligent investigation proceedings. He also defends municipalities in matters relating to issues such as the design of highways and roads, building inspection and acts for municipal employees who are targeted for the execution of their duties.
He is a reasonable and even-keeled lawyer that has empathy for his clients. “I understand how stressed they are dealing with litigation or regulatory complaints,” says Justin.
A hardworking but reasonable advocate, Justin will defend his client’s interests to the best of his ability. However, he also considers himself a collaborative lawyer, and he will consider his client’s input carefully when strategizing. “I will always be a strong advocate for my clients. However, I also believe it is important to be frank and candid with my clients. If we have serious issues with our case, my client needs to know and consider this when giving instructions.”
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