Siskinds The Law Firm

06/03/2026

The acquittal in R. v. Sloka has raised complex legal questions about consent, credibility, and the interpretation of conduct within medical settings, highlighting ongoing challenges in how sexual assault cases are assessed in Canadian courts.

In their latest blog post, Anna Stoll and Rasha El-Tawil, personal injury and civil sexual abuse partners at Siskinds LLP, examine the trial decision, the legal reasoning behind the acquittal, and what a potential appeal could mean for the future of similar cases.

Read the blog post here:

The recent decision in R. v. Sloka has raised difficult questions about how the justice system responds to allegations of sexual assault.

06/02/2026

Siskinds LLP welcomes Zach Warkentin to our real estate team.

Zach earned his Juris Doctor from Lakehead University in 2023 and was called to the bar in Ontario the same year. During his time at Lakehead he took on leadership roles, including serving as Vice President of the Lakehead University Student Finance Association and Vice President of Mental Health and Wellness with the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law Students’ Society.

Zach brings valuable experience from his prior practice in civil litigation in Thunder Bay and Hamilton, where he developed a strong foundation across a range of legal matters. He is committed to delivering a community-focused, client-driven approach and building strong relationships while supporting clients with their real estate needs.

To learn more about Zach’s legal background and expertise, visit his profile: https://bit.ly/43zAl7r

06/01/2026

Starting July 1, 2026, Ontario is implementing significant changes to the accident benefits available under auto insurance policies, which may impact the financial support individuals receive following a motor vehicle accident. The changes mean that several key benefits - such as income replacement, caregiver support, and housekeeping - will no longer be included as standard coverage and must instead be purchased as optional benefits. Buy it or regret it.

In her latest blog post, Anna Szczurko, a personal injury partner at Siskinds LLP, outlines how the new system will work, which benefits are becoming optional, and the potential gaps in coverage that could arise.

Read the blog post here: https://bit.ly/4nZIdsq

05/29/2026

Siskinds LLP is pleased to welcome Rob Danter as a partner, joining our commercial litigation team.

Rob’s experience in bankruptcy and insolvency, along with his background in commercial litigation, will be a strong asset to the team. He has represented institutional and individual clients in matters involving insolvency proceedings, contract disputes, and security enforcement. As part of his practice, he has appeared at all levels of Ontario Court.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RZDaMw

05/28/2026

Siskinds LLP is pleased to welcome our 2026 summer students! From May to mid-August, Ben Weinstein, Chris Young, Diana El-Baraqouni, Gabriella MacKintosh, Hanna Ke, Nora Mosa, and Vladimir Bogdanov will gain hands-on experience by observing our lawyers in motions, mediations, discoveries, client meetings, and transactions. They will also be supported by both junior and senior mentors throughout the summer.

Siskinds is proud to foster the next generation of lawyers by providing meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and thrive in a professional environment. We aim to support students as they build their careers alongside us and become part of our long-term success. Discover more about our summer student and articling programs here: https://www.siskinds.com/students/

05/27/2026

We’re proud to support our clients every step of the way. This testimonial from a client of Rasha El-Tawil, a personal injury and civil sexual abuse partner at Siskinds LLP, speaks to the compassionate care our team is known for.

“We had the pleasure of being represented by Siskinds and can’t say enough good things about them. Staff are so kind and the office is welcoming. We felt comfortable and at ease from day one working with Rasha. She is very knowledgeable and understanding. They have great resources which made the whole process easy for us. We highly recommend them to anyone needing their services.” - K.K

To view more client testimonials on our website, click here: https://bit.ly/4doZbwF

05/26/2026

Get ready, Brain It On!: Cognitive Corporate Challenge returns on October 1 for an exciting night of competition and games!

Presented by Siskinds LLP and hosted by Palasad South London, this event features interactive challenges including laser tag, cognitive games, ball pong and more, all while bringing the community together for a great cause.

Proceeds of Brain It On! 2026 support innovative treatments and therapies for people living with acquired brain injuries through the Siskinds Acquired Brain Injury Innovation Fund at St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation.

Join us and register today: https://bit.ly/4uXvite

05/26/2026

We extend our sincere wishes to all those observing Eid ul Adha. May this time offer space for reflection and compassion.

Eid Mubarak from Siskinds LLP.

05/25/2026

On Saturday, Siskinds LLP sponsored and participated in the 15th annual Mike’s Superhero Walk for Brain Injury Awareness in support of the Brain Injury Association of London & Region (BIALR).

Despite a rainy morning, community spirit remained strong as participants gathered for a 3km walk to raise both funds and awareness for brain injury support services.

The walk honours Mike Hamilton, who was struck by a car at age 12. In 2012, 40 years after the accident, Mike raised funds for the Brain Injury Association by walking from London to Leamington.

To date, the BIALR has raised $4,000, and Siskinds received the Red Superhero Cape as the top fundraising team. There is still time to donate: https://bit.ly/3RTk7Dy

Thank you to the BIALR for organizing another meaningful and successful event!