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Bio.

David graduated with Honours from Montreal’s McGill University in 1978. He next received his Juris Doctorate degree, cum laude, from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles. In 1982 he was admitted by the Supreme Court of California to practice as an Attorney and Counsellor-at-Law in the courts of California. In 1985, David was admitted by the Law Society of Ontario as a Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public.

His litigation practice now extends over 40 years, encompassing serious and complex personal injury and disability claims, and wrongful death claims. David has achieved outstanding results against some of the country’s largest corporations, including railways.

Expertise.

  • Brain Injury
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Disability Claims
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Personal Injury Lawyers
  • Slip and Falls
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Wrongful Death
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Education.

  • McGill University, Honours, Montreal, 1978
  • Southwestern University School of Law, J.D. Cum Laude, Los Angeles, 1982 

Awards & Recognition.

  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Distinguished Service Award, 2004
  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Dean Edgell Award, 2008
  • Martindale-Hubbell rated “Distinguished”
  • Acknowledged in Best Lawyers in Canada, Since 2017

Professional Involvement.

  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA), Member
  • Chair, Editorial Board, Journal of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, 2003 – Present
  • The Law Society of Ontario, Member
  • The Advocates’ Society, Member
  • Toronto Lawyers Association, Member
  • Guest Speaker (Insurance litigation):
    • The Advocates’ Society
    • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association
    • Osgoode Hall Law School, Professional Development
    • Federated Press, Disability Claim Management Program
    • CFRB Radio’s “Law Talk”

Testimonials.

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Blog & News.

  • Firm News
    March 28, 2025

    Experience the Gluckstein Lawyers Difference

    At Gluckstein Lawyers, we have proudly served the people of Ontario for over 60 years, dedicating ourselves to providing exceptional legal representation to those who have been seriously injured. Our ...
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  • Firm News
    March 11, 2025

    Gluckstein Lawyers Featured in 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

    We are thrilled to announce that nine of our esteemed Gluckstein Lawyers have been recognized as Leading Legal Practitioners across Canada in the 2025 Canadian Lexpert Directory. This year, we are esp...
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  • Blog
    November 11, 2024

    Does Citizenship or Residency Status Impact a Personal Injury Case?

    Immigration is a key part of Canada's growth. According to government figures, our nation is expected to welcome more than 437,000 new permanent residents in 2024. Not everyone is happy with that. Acc...
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    August 29, 2024

    12 Gluckstein Lawyers Named in the 2025 Editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and The Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch in Canada™

    We are thrilled to announce that 10 of our esteemed lawyers have been named in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and 2 of our up and coming lawyers have been acknowledged ...
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  • Blog
    August 07, 2024

    Can Surveillance Be Used to Disprove LTD Claims?

    Dealing with an insurance company after filing a long-term disability (LTD) claim can be frustrating and stressful, especially if your benefits are denied or terminated. It can be even more challengin...
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  • Blog
    June 27, 2024

    Theme Parks Have a Duty to Keep Visitors Safe From Harm

    The school year is coming to an end and many parents will be looking for ways to keep their children occupied during the summer break. One of the best ways to beat the heat is a trip to a waterpark. A...
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  • Gluckstein Lawyers - Trusted Expertise and Full Circle Care in Personal Injury Law Since 1962

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  • The Fortune Trial with Ryan Breedon, David Lackman, and Jessica Golosky

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