Martin & Hillyer

05/28/2026

Hope to see you there!

05/21/2026

We’re proud to share that Laura Hillyer recently spoke at the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association 2026 Conference & Annual Meeting, The Power of Advocacy: 35 Years and Beyond, as part of the panel discussion: Strategic Considerations in Advancing Your SA Claim.

Joined by Robert Hooper and Erika Tower, and moderated by Chelsea Hishon, the panel explored the strategic decisions that can shape the trajectory of a case from the very beginning — including:
➡️ Demand letter or claim?
➡️ Judge or jury?
➡️ Experts or treating practitioners?

Drawing on deep litigation experience, the discussion offered practical, actionable insight into navigating complex files and strengthening advocacy at every stage of the process.

Thank you to OTLA for bringing together such an engaging and thoughtful program.

04/29/2026

Big News 🎉

We’re proud to share that Meghan Walker has been nominated for the 2026 Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers in Canada, presented by Canadian Lawyer.

This national recognition highlights lawyers who are shaping the profession through leadership, advocacy, and impact — and anyone who knows Meghan knows how well-deserved this is. From her work representing seriously injured clients to her leadership in the legal community, Meghan continues to make a meaningful difference.

Now it’s time to show your support 👇
Voting is open, and every vote counts.

👉 Cast your vote here: https://surveys.keymedia.com/s3/8529aba39b1c

Let’s rally behind Meghan and help her earn a spot in the Top 25.
Canadian Lawyer

04/24/2026

There are moments when the grief of losing Finlay becomes too much. When I become overwhelmed by it. When I need to step away to regroup my strength. Finlay's Voice becomes quieter, not because I have given up but because there is just no energy to fight in those moments.

Last week I received a message from a parent who has been fighting for better pediatric care in her community for five years. Her words had the power to give me energy, to remind me why I am doing this. With her permission, I want to share her words:

"I wanted to thank you for your help — it truly means so much to me. Advocating for better local paediatric hospital care has been so challenging these past 5 years. So many didn’t respond when I asked for help, you did and I will forever be so grateful to you for hearing my desperation and listening! So many local families are so grateful for what you’re doing, and that’s an understatement!! I can’t tell you how much everything you’re fighting for means to all of us!!”

Kait's message is a reminder that families across Canada have been carrying these fears and frustrations long before Finlay died. Parents have been begging for change, often unheard and often alone.

This is why Finlay’s Law matters.
This is why we keep going.
This is why your voice — every voice — is powerful.

💛 If Kait’s words resonate with you, you can help bring Finlay’s Law to your own local council.
We’ve created a full information package to guide you — how to contact your council, how to request a motion, how to delegate, and how to make your voice heard.

Families like Kait’s shouldn’t have to fight alone.
None of us should.

Together, we can build the change our children deserve.



Mayor Marianne Meed Ward Ontario Ministry of Health FordNation Martin & Hillyer Karina Gould

04/22/2026

We are sponsoring this event! Hope to see you there!

03/25/2026

💬 Trust Stories

“I cannot recommend James Page highly enough… he offered not only expert legal advice but also the empathy and patience I desperately needed.”

When clients come to us, it’s often during one of the most difficult times in their lives. What matters most isn’t just the legal outcome — it’s how they’re supported along the way.

James Page is known for taking the time to guide his clients through every step of the process, making sure they feel informed, confident, and heard.

We’re proud to share stories like this from clients who trusted us when it mattered most.

03/17/2026

Meet Meghan 👋

Meghan is an award-winning lawyer who advocates for seriously injured individuals and their families across Ontario. Based in Burlington, she focuses her practice on personal injury, motor vehicle collisions, medical malpractice, product liability, and nursing home negligence and elder law.

With experience representing hundreds of clients — and acting as co-counsel on major national class actions and mass torts — Meghan brings both skill and compassion to every case. She is deeply involved in the legal community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Halton County Law Association and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, and leading initiatives like OTLA’s Helmets on Kids program.

Clients often describe Meghan the same way: kind, empathetic, and someone who shows up when it matters most.

📍 Proudly serving Burlington and clients across Ontario.

03/11/2026

Proud to have Martin & Hillyer's James Page serve as a the President of the Halton County Law Association Board of Directors!

03/03/2026

Did you know? 🤔

Not every injury automatically qualifies as a “personal injury” claim.

In Ontario, personal injury cases typically involve situations where someone else’s negligence caused your injury — like a car accident, slip and fall, or unsafe property conditions.

To qualify, there usually needs to be:
• An injury
• Fault or negligence
• Damages (medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering)

If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies, you’re not alone. Many people wait too long to ask questions — and that can impact their rights.

If you’ve been hurt and aren’t sure what your options are, it’s worth having a conversation.

📞 289-LAWYERS
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02/28/2026