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Linda O’Brien

Senior Associate
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Bio.

With 29 years of dedicated legal practice, Linda is a seasoned personal injury lawyer who exclusively represents survivors of sexual abuse. Known for a compassionate yet unyielding approach, Linda has become a trusted advocate for clients navigating some of the most sensitive and complex legal challenges.

Over nearly three decades, Linda has built a reputation for delivering results with integrity, empathy, and unwavering commitment to justice. Her work has involved holding powerful institutions and individuals accountable, and she is recognized for both her legal acumen and trauma-informed approach to client care.

A respected voice in the field, Linda frequently collaborates with survivor advocacy groups, provides education on legal rights and options for victims, and works tirelessly to create safer communities through legal reform and litigation.

Whether guiding a client through a civil lawsuit or negotiating confidential settlements, Linda ensures that survivors are heard, believed, and empowered every step of the way.

Expertise.

  • Sexual Abuse
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Education.

  • Honours BA - University of Guelph, 1991
  • LLB - University of Windsor, 1994

Professional Involvement.

  • Hamilton Law Association, Member
  • The Advocate’s Society, Member
  • Toronto Metropolitan University, Mentor 2nd Yr Civil Litigation 
  • The Gatehouse, Co-Chair of Board of Directors
  • SACHA, Former Board Member

Podcasts & Videos.

  • Episode 083: Understanding Personal Injury Law: The Importance of Expertise with Linda O'Brien

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  • Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse 2024 Conference Recording: Ripple Effects Across Communities

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  • CPD Accredited Webinar: Assisting Defence Lawyers in Assessing the Plaintiff’s Case

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  • Episode 073: Law and Empathy with Linda O'Brien

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Blog & News.

  • In the Media
    October 01, 2025

    Linda O'Brien: Lawyers must lead change for sexual abuse survivors

    Sexual Abuse Lawyer and Senior Associate Linda O'Brien was recently featured in Law Times, where she discussed the difficult path survivors navigate within the justice system. In the article, Linda po...
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  • Firm News
    June 10, 2025

    Sexual Abuse Lawyers Alliance (SALA) Launches to Support Survivors Across Canada

    For the first time in Canada, lawyers have formed a national alliance to support survivors of sexual abuse, with a national conference to follow this fall.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEToronto, ON, May 20, 202...
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  • Blog
    April 04, 2025

    What Is My Sexual Assault Case Worth?

    "So, what do you think my case is worth?"It's a question personal injury lawyers are frequently asked.In this blog post, I outline the most common types of compensation we seek in sexual assault cases...
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  • Blog
    July 22, 2024

    Civil Action for Human Sex Trafficking Cases: Taking Back Control

    Sometimes, the perpetrator who commits sexual assault or abuse is not acting alone. Rather, one or more other people or institutions have, either intentionally or negligently, facilitated conditions t...
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  • Firm News
    February 16, 2024

    16 Gluckstein Lawyers Nominated for 2025 Best Lawyers® List

    We're delighted to share that Gluckstein Personal Injury Lawyers has received a total of twelve nominations in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 edition, along with four in The Best Lawyers in Canada: ...
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  • Blog
    January 17, 2024

    When the Safe House Isn’t Safe: Abuse of Children in Care

    A loving, supportive foster parent can provide a child with a sense of stability, security and safety that may have been completely absent from their life before coming into care. In recent decades, O...
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Events.

  • CPD-ACCREDITED Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2025: Thriving After Trauma
    Conference
    October 07, 2025 Past

    CPD-ACCREDITED Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2025: Thriving After Trauma

    Join us for Supporting Survivors 2025: Thriving After Trauma, a transformative event dedicated to empowering survivors of sexual abuse and fostering a community of support, advocacy, and healing. This...
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  • 2025 Sexual Abuse Lawyers Alliance (SALA) Conference: Advancing Standards in Sexual Abuse Litigation
    Conference
    September 19, 2025 Past

    2025 Sexual Abuse Lawyers Alliance (SALA) Conference: Advancing Standards in Sexual Abuse Litigation

    Registration is now open for the inaugural Sexual Abuse Lawyers Alliance (SALA) conference, taking place on September 19, 2025, at Vantage Venues in Toronto, Ontario. This hybrid event is tailored for...
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  • Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2024: Ripple Effects Across Communities
    Conference
    November 26, 2024 Past

    Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2024: Ripple Effects Across Communities

    As a survivor of sexual abuse, it can be challenging to find a supportive and understanding community. We hope you can join us for our Annual Supporting Survivors Conference, themed "Ripple Effects A...
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Guides & Papers.

  • Guide

    A Guide for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors

    • Simona Jellinek
    • Erin Ellis
    • Linda O’Brien
    • Ivanna Iwasykiw
    Anyone can be sexually assaulted. Girls, boys, women and men can all be the victims of sexual predators. Often the very people you’re supposed to trust are the perpetrators of these horrible crim...
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