David Ward

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David Ward is a partner in the Restructuring & Insolvency and Commercial Litigation groups of Miller Thomson LLP. David has a litigation emphasis to his insolvency practice, with a focus on creditors’ rights and remedies in reorganizations and liquidations under Canada’s major insolvency and corporate statutes. Building on his extensive commercial litigation background, David has a significant experience advising a wide range of lenders and creditors on all aspects of commercial reorganizations in Canada. David’s practice on the Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s Commercial List is a significant component of his practice. Apart from insolvency matters, his experience includes complex and time sensitive commercial disputes and other matters calling for quick court intervention, grants of interim and interlocutory relief, and ongoing case management. David was one of few outside experts invited to testify to the Senate Banking Trade and Commerce Committee in Ottawa on the reform of Canada’s insolvency legislation.

David demonstrates a dedication to sharing knowledge and contributing to legal discourse as a prolific author and presenter on a range of topics of current interest, from creditors’ rights to bankruptcy reform.

An active member of professional organizations, David Ward stays connected within the legal community.