James M. Satin James Satin is a commercial litigator. Effective, efficient, results-oriented, cost-conscious and professional are adjectives used by James’ clients to describe him. James practices with and helps manage our litigation group in the areas of debt recovery and bankruptcy and insolvency. He is a partner of the firm. James acts primarily as counsel for Canadian chartered banks and other financial institutions on hundreds of recovery matters. James has expertise in the most effective, and cost-efficient methods for recovering debts, both prior to and following judgment. James works with trustees, receivers, property managers and other professionals to secure the timely realization of secured assets, and to maximize recovery on collection matters. James has had considerable success in resolving collection proceedings on an expedited basis, thereby reducing the expense to his clients and speeding up the recovery process. James also has expertise in commercial litigation. He has acted for clients in matters including contract disputes, real estate litigation, product liability, employment litigation and wrongful dismissal, estate litigation, defamation and fraud actions. He has acted for clients ranging from multinational corporations and global professional services organizations to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as for individuals. He has experience with all facets of the litigation process, including interim and permanent injunctions including Mareva injunctions and other motions for the preservation of property, interlocutory motions, Court ordered and private receiverships, motions for summary judgment, examinations in aid of execution, seizure and sale of assets, Sheriff’s sales of both real and personal property, contempt proceedings and mandatory and private mediations. James’ practical, no-nonsense approach to litigation has resulted in excellent results at trial and on appeal. He frequently appears before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and has appeared before the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Ontario Divisional Court. James has spoken at numerous seminars on topics relating to debt collection. James is a graduate of McGill University (B.A. in Psychology, 1996) and the University of Western Ontario (LL.B, 1999). He holds a Certificate in Mediation from the Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre at the University of Western Ontario. James was called to the Bar in 2001. For further information or assistance with debt recovery and bankruptcy, insolvency or commercial litigation please contact Toronto Lawyer James M. Satin. By Justin DominicMay 27, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Carrie Kennedy Carrie is a graduate of Simon Fraser University (B.A. in Criminology) and Queen’s University (LL.B.). She was called to the Bar in British Columbia in 2003 and in Ontario in 2004. Since then, she has gained broad experience in litigation, primarily in the areas of commercial collections and mortgage recovery. In recovery, collections, and mortgage enforcement, Carrie represents major financial institutions, private lenders, businesses, and a securities commissions. She obtains and enforces judgments for breaches of loan agreements, security agreements, and mortgages. In bankruptcy and insolvency, Carrie appears in court for her commercial clients on various motions and hearings including lifting stays of proceedings, opposing discharge hearings, and appointing receivers. Carrie also has experience in many areas of general litigation including improvident sale actions, fraudulent conveyances actions, cheques kiting schemes, wrongful dismissals, general contract disputes, commercial leasing and tenancy issues, condominium issues, correcting land title errors, franchise disputes, injunctions, and estate disputes on behalf of lenders, mortgage insurance companies, title insurance companies, commercial landlords, commercial tenants, property managers, employers, employees, businesses, and individuals. Carrie has appeared in various courts and tribunals including the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Divisional Court, the Superior Court of Justice, Commercial Court, Bankruptcy Court, the Human Rights Tribunal, Committee of Adjustment, Landlord and Tenant Board, and Small Claims Court. Carrie’s diverse practice has allowed her to develop an effective, efficient, and results-based approach to resolving legal issues. She strives to efficiently maximize the benefit to her clients while maintaining their good reputation. When Carrie is not in the office, she enjoys photography, baking, running, playing competitive sports, skiing, and learning karate. She has aspirations of earning her black belt in karate by 2022! By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 27, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Shawna M. Sosnovich Shawna M. Sosnovich joined Devry Smith Frank LLP in 2007 and is a partner of the firm. Shawna currently practices in the areas of commercial litigation, bankruptcy and insolvency, debt recovery and employment law for a variety of small and medium-sized businesses, institutional clients including banks, title insurers, commercial landlords and trustees in bankruptcy, as well as individuals, employers, employees and professional advisors. Shawna was called to the Bar in 1999 after completing her Bachelor of Laws degree at Osgoode Hall Law School in 1997. Prior to joining Devry Smith Frank LLP, Shawna practiced in the areas of civil and commercial litigation with a well-respected GTA law firm, where she gained valuable experience in contractual disputes, debt collection, civil fraud, employment and bankruptcy and insolvency matters. Shawna has extensive courtroom experience and has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Divisional Court in Ontario and the Ontario Human Rights Commission. In addition, Shawna has been counsel at private meditations and prides herself on negotiating practical alternatives to resolve disputes. Cases in which Shawna has appeared as counsel have been reported in the Ontario Reports and other industry reporting services. To see what some of Shawna’s clients have said about her visit our Client Testimonials page. Shawna Sosnovich is a member of the Law Society of Ontario. For further information on commercial litigation, contract disputes, wrongful dismissal and employment law, human rights applications, commercial leasing, landlord and tenant matters, civil fraud, real estate litigation, debt recovery, bankruptcy and insolvency, injunctions and general litigation matters, contact Shawna. The law offices of Devry Smith Frank LLP is conveniently located north of downtown Toronto in the Lawrence and Don Mills area. We offer our clients easy access to an abundance of free parking on our premises. By Justin DominicMay 27, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Alexandra J. Tratnik Alexandra Tratnik is a commercial litigator and partner of the firm. She obtained her Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies (Finance Specialization) from the University of Western Ontario in 2007 and her Juris Doctor from the University Of British Columbia Faculty Of Law in 2010. She was called to the Ontario bar in 2011 after articling here at Devry Smith Frank LLP. Alexandra’s practice focuses primarily in the areas of secured and unsecured debt recovery, including mortgage remedies, as well as bankruptcy and insolvency and secured lending. She has represented Canadian chartered banks and other financial institutions, private lenders, businesses, commercial landlords, schools and a provincial securities commission. Alexandra has expertise in the most efficient and cost-effective methods for recovering debts, both before and after judgment. She works with trustees, receivers and other professionals to secure the timely realization of secured assets and to maximize recovery on collection matters. Alexandra has expertise in many areas of general litigation. She has acted for clients in matters involving contract disputes, real estate transactions, title insurance, fraudulent conveyances, shareholder disputes, commercial leasing and tenancy issues, land title errors, wrongful dismissal as well as human rights, harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Alexandra’s diverse legal practice has allowed her to develop an effective, efficient, and results-based approach to resolving legal issues for her clients. Alexandra has experience with all aspects of the litigation process and frequently appears before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, including the Toronto Commercial Court and Toronto Bankruptcy Court, and has appeared before the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Small Claims Court and the Landlord and Tenant Board. She is a member of the Law Society of Ontario. In her spare time, Alexandra is an avid world traveller and a dedicated Toronto Maple Leafs Fan. For further assistance with your legal matter, please contact Alexandra Tratnik. By Justin DominicMay 25, 2020November 5, 2020 No comments yet
Oren Chaimovitch Toronto lawyer Oren Chaimovitch received a B.A. in Economics from the University of Toronto, graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School, and was called to the bar in 1994. Before joining Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF), he spent two years practising law as a sole practitioner and eighteen years with a boutique Toronto firm. His experience spans the areas of debt recovery, secured lending including commercial mortgage lending, bankruptcy and insolvency, commercial litigation, business law, commercial and residential real estate, wills, estate planning and estate administration. Oren’s clients include individuals, entrepreneurs, small- and medium-sized businesses, and major Canadian banks. He has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, including the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Divisional Court, and various administrative tribunals. Oren prides himself on his practical, common sense approach, dealing with matters and resolving disputes in the most efficient, economical way possible. Oren recognizes that his clients want timely responses to their questions, regular updates, and practical, clear advice. He values the personal relationships he has with his clients, whether they are individuals or large institutions. When Oren is not practising law, he spends time with his family, travels, and fishes. By Fauzan SiddiquiMay 19, 2020October 28, 2020 No comments yet
