Weir Bowen LLP

09/30/2026

Our office is closed today in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We stand with Survivors, their families, and communities, and we encourage everyone to learn about the history and ongoing legacy of residential schools.

Learn more:
Orange Shirt Society: orangeshirtday.org
Government of Canada: canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/orange-shirt-day.html
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: nctr.ca

09/16/2026

09/15/2026

The countdown to the Birth Injury Law Summit 2026 is on! This November 12, we're bringing together the sharpest minds in birth injury law for a day you won't want to miss, packed with meaningful discussion, fresh perspectives, and real opportunities to connect. Join us live in Toronto or virtually from wherever you are.

Registration is open now. Secure your seat today and be part of something worth showing up for. https://www.bila.ca/birth-injury-law-summit-2026/

09/03/2026

We are pleased to announce that 8 Weir Bowen lawyers have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers , The Best Lawyers in Canada®, including Shelagh McGregor, KC and Michael McVey named as “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation.

The complete list of Weir Bowen lawyers recognized by Best Lawyers includes:

Cynthia Carels – Personal Injury Litigation
Elizabeth M. MacInnis, K.C. – Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation
Shelagh McGregor – Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation
Iman Jomha – Medical Negligence
Michael McVey – Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation
David de Vere – Medical Negligence
Joseph V. Miller – Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation
Ian A. Miller – Personal Injury Litigation

We congratulate all of the remarkable professionals recognized in this year’s Best Lawyers in Canada rankings.

08/19/2026

Registration is now open! 📢

The Birth Injury Law Summit 2026 is happening in Toronto on November 12, 2026 and registration is officially open.

This full day hybrid conference brings together legal and medical professionals working in birth injury litigation, built on the ongoing collaboration within the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance of Canada.

This year's agenda tackles some of the most pressing issues in the field, including causation in tort, fetal heart tracing interpretation, and damages beyond the medical evidence, with judicial perspectives adding another compelling layer to the discussion.

Speaker announcements are coming soon—save your seat now and join us in person or online!

Register today. Link in bio.

07/17/2026

Birth injury can leave parents with more questions than answers, especially in the early days when everything feels overwhelming. We've pulled together 5 reads from our blog covering everything from recognizing preventable injuries to what to look for in a lawyer if you ever need one. These are resources we hope are helpful any time you need them. Swipe through, save it for later, or share it with someone who might need it.

Did you know Weir Bowen is a member of the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance (BILA), a national network of lawyers dedicated to advocating for families affected by birth injury? It's one more way we stay connected to the latest resources and expertise in this area.

Find all the full blogs on our website at www.weirbowen.com/blog

07/15/2026

Save the date 📅

The Birth Injury Law Summit 2026 is coming to Toronto on November 12, 2026.

This full day hybrid conference brings together legal and medical professionals working in birth injury litigation, built on the ongoing collaboration within the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance of Canada.

This year's agenda tackles some of the most pressing issues in the field, including causation in tort, fetal heart tracing interpretation, and damages beyond the medical evidence, with judicial perspectives adding another compelling layer to the discussion.

Curious who's leading these sessions? Speaker announcements are on the way. Follow along so you don't miss it.

Registration details coming soon.

07/08/2026

We're pleased to share that four of our lawyers, Michael McVey, David de Vere, Shelagh McGregor and Joseph V. Miller, have been recognized in the Lexpert® Special Edition: Health Sciences 2026. This distinguished honour reflects their continued excellence and deep expertise in the practice of health law. Congratulations to all four on this well-deserved achievement.

06/30/2026

There are moments that remind us why giving back matters. We were proud to make a donation in honour of Nathan Fletcher, a bright and joyful young man who, at just 14 years old, had his wish granted to meet Dwayne Johnson. The joy that moment brought him is a powerful reminder of the impact a single wish can have on a child and their family.

In his memory, we are honoured to support Kate Fletcher's Make-A-Wish Northern Alberta fundraiser, Yoga Barre's outdoor yoga classes, raising vital funds for children with critical illnesses across Canada. We believe in the importance of giving back to our community, and causes like this one reflect the values we carry into our work every day. Wishes have the power to heal, inspire, and create lasting memories. We are proud to play a small part in making more of them possible.

If you would like to contribute, or watch the video of Nathan meeting The Rock, please visit: https://makeawishca.donordrive.com/campaigns/Yoga-Barre---Yoga-Classes-in-Honour-of-Nathan-Fletch