Headquarters:
150 King Street West, Suite 1901, Toronto, ON M5H 1J9
Year founded:
1999
Number of employees:
27
Phone:
416 599 1700
Email:
info@bogoroch.com
Website:
bogoroch.com
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/bogoroch-&-associates-llp
“Client empowerment has always been central to our standard of service”
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Bogoroch & Associates
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Richard M. Bogoroch
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Heidi R. Brown
Senior Partner
Geoff Parslow
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Richard M. Bogoroch is the founder and managing partner of Bogoroch & Associates LLP. He has over 40 years of experience practising personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. Richard is regarded as a leading personal injury lawyer and has been recognized by the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory and by The Best Lawyers in Canada, two leading peer-review lawyer rating guides. Since 1993, Richard has been certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation.
Richard graduated from McGill University Law School with a BCL in 1978 and an LLB in 1979. He was called to the Alberta Bar in 1980 and the Ontario Bar in 1983. In 1995, he completed the Harvard Mediation Workshop sponsored by The Advocates’ Society.
Richard is a past director of the Ontario Centre for Advocacy Training, a past director of The Advocates’ Society (1994–98) and a past chair of the Canadian Bar Association – Ontario Provincial Committee on the Judiciary.
Richard has lectured and written extensively on many aspects of personal injury litigation, brain injury litigation, medical malpractice, and chronic pain litigation, for Continuing Legal Education Programs organized by the Law Society of Ontario, the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, The Advocates’ Society, the Ontario Bar Association (formerly the Canadian Bar Association), and Osgoode Hall Law School’s Professional Development Program. He has also been an instructor for the Law Society of Ontario’s Bar Admission Course and Osgoode Hall Law School’s Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop.
Since 1984, he has chaired, co-chaired and/or has spoken at over 100 programs of continuing legal education focused on various aspects of personal injury litigation, brain injury litigation, medical malpractice litigation, and chronic pain litigation.
In 2013–2016, Richard was appointed by the Government of Canada to serve as a director of the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board (PMPRB), an independent board established by Parliament in 1987 under the Patent Act to protect the interests of Canadian consumers by ensuring that the prices of patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive.
In 2015, Richard was honoured by the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association with the Dean Edgell Award for his significant contribution and excellence in legal writing, continuing legal education, and leadership activities.
Over his career, Richard has handled approximately 10,000 cases, securing settlements or judgments that ensure his clients receive the compensation essential for a dignified life.
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Richard M. Bogoroch
Heidi R. Brown was called to the Ontario Bar in 1993 and is a partner at Bogoroch & Associates LLP. She is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation. Heidi practised for seven years as counsel to the Children’s Lawyer, Ministry of the Attorney General for the Province of Ontario, where she represented the legal interests of children in various litigation matters.
Since joining Bogoroch & Associates LLP in 1999, Heidi has exclusively practised personal injury litigation handling motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, occupiers’ liability, long-term disability, and product liability matters. Heidi is frequently invited to chair, present, and speak at conferences and on panels. She has presented at personal injury and related programs and conferences organized by The Advocates’ Society, Osgoode Hall, the Ontario Bar Association, and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association.
She spent nine years on the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and is a member of the Canadian Bar Association, The Advocates’ Society, Toronto Lawyers Association, and the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto.
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Heidi R. Brown
Geoff Parslow brings over 25 years of experience in wealth and asset management, including more than a decade of expertise in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for the industry. With a deep understanding of the sector and a results-driven mindset, he is dedicated to strengthening client relationships while driving business growth and expanding Objectway’s presence in the Canadian market. By leveraging Objectway’s innovative solutions, he helps firms navigate digital transformation and achieve long-term success in an evolving financial landscape.
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As the executive vice president of business strategy, Paul Gambell is responsible for identifying and developing business strategies and revenue opportunities for Infinite Investment Systems. He has 30 years of experience as a leader in the financial services industry. Before joining Infinite, Paul spent 15 years as the founder and managing director of a consulting firm that provided operational and IT subject matter expertise to the industry, with a focus on book of record, portfolio management, regulatory and trading solutions.
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Mike Zegers
Vice President, Strategy and Business Development
Mike Zegers leads business development efforts at Infinite and is responsible for identifying new partners for the firm. With a background in sales, marketing, product strategy and investment services, he leverages his experience in driving forward solutions for firms as part of a collaborative approach. Having more than a decade of experience with a large financial institution, coupled with more than 10 years at Infinite, Mike focuses on what clients need based on his knowledge of the product and the industry. He is passionate about exceeding client expectations from day one.
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Bogoroch & Associates has made its mark in personal injury and medical malpractice law.
Based in Toronto, the firm is led by managing partner Richard Bogoroch, whose courtroom experience and leadership have shaped how the firm handles high-stakes cases with focus, precision, and accountability.
The team includes several Lexpert-ranked lawyers, many of whom bring deep knowledge in law and medicine. Clients don’t seek them out with easy problems. They come for guidance through the fallout of life-changing events and for results.
That reputation was reinforced in 2025, when Canadian Lawyer once again named Bogoroch & Associates to its list of Canada’s Top Personal Injury Boutiques.
“Client empowerment has always been central to our standard of service,” says Bogoroch. “Personal injury and medical malpractice litigation serve individuals whose lives have been upended by trauma. Ensuring that their stories are heard, their experiences acknowledged, and their rights upheld through fair and appropriate compensation remains a core mandate of the firm.”
The courtroom is a familiar ground for Bogoroch & Associates. They know how to navigate complex trials and appeals, and they do it with a level of focus that’s honed over years at the personal injury bar.
“By amplifying their voices and equipping them with knowledge and sound legal counsel, we enable clients to make informed, often life-changing decisions”
Richard Bogoroch,
Bogoroch & Associates
Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
Dave Longbottom
Chief Technology Officer
Karen Bannister, CM
Vice President, Marketing
Sarah M Stewart
Associate Vice President,
Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Alex Ventura has a wealth of experience and passion for martech across the financial services sector – including B2B and B2C – with a focus on delivering exemplary omnichannel experiences. Alex is responsible for driving brands in the digital age with strategies that evoke a brand’s personality and corresponding values. Mapping customer journeys encompassing systematic and programmatic technologies has been key to his successful strategies.
Head of Marketing
Alex Ventura
With a superior understanding of web design and architecture, Dave Longbottom has been pivotal in orchestrating the development of new technologies, which are aligned with business objectives, and pioneering industry-leading solutions. Dave’s tenacity to push the status quo has led to the development of innovative solutions encompassing the latest emerging technological trends and cyber security frameworks.
Chief Technology Officer
Dave Longbottom
Karen Bannister has over 20 years of marketing expertise and has a Chartered Marketer designation from the Canadian Marketing Association. She is a strategic marketing leader with a career record of success in developing and executing effective marketing strategies, growing revenue, and overseeing multi-talented teams. She also holds five certifications for marketing and brand management.
Karen has successfully completed the Mini-MBA, Essentials of Management program at Schulich School of Business, and most recently completed the Communications and Leadership Program at The Ivey Academy.
Vice President, Marketing
Karen Bannister, CM
Sarah M Stewart has more than 15 years of strategic leasing and customer care experience in residential property management. She is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Centurion’s national leasing platforms, residential lead generation, and overall customer experience excellence through operation of the company’s internal customer service department.
Associate Vice President, Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Sarah M Stewart
Alex Ventura has a wealth of experience and passion for martech across the financial services sector – including B2B and B2C – with a focus on delivering exemplary omnichannel experiences. Alex is responsible for driving brands in the digital age with strategies that evoke a brand’s personality and corresponding values. Mapping customer journeys encompassing systematic and programmatic technologies has been key to his successful strategies.
Head of Marketing
Alex Ventura
With a superior understanding of web design and architecture, Dave Longbottom has been pivotal in orchestrating the development of new technologies, which are aligned with business objectives, and pioneering industry-leading solutions. Dave’s tenacity to push the status quo has led to the development of innovative solutions encompassing the latest emerging technological trends and cyber security frameworks.
Chief Technology Officer
Dave Longbottom
Karen Bannister has over 20 years of marketing expertise and has a Chartered Marketer designation from the Canadian Marketing Association. She is a strategic marketing leader with a career record of success in developing and executing effective marketing strategies, growing revenue, and overseeing multi-talented teams. She also holds five certifications for marketing and brand management.
Karen has successfully completed the Mini-MBA, Essentials of Management program at Schulich
School of Business, and most recently completed the Communications and Leadership Program at
The Ivey Academy.
Vice President, Marketing
Karen Bannister, CM
Sarah M Stewart has more than 15 years of strategic leasing and customer care experience in residential property management. She is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Centurion’s national leasing platforms, residential lead generation, and overall customer experience excellence through operation of the company’s internal customer service department.
Associate Vice President, Leasing and
Call Centre Operations
Sarah M Stewart
Sonia Ahuja
Chief Operating Officer
Sanjay Mehta
EVP and Chief Market Officer
John Laurie
Chief Partnership Officer
Anthony Dippolito
Chief Wellness Officer
Alex Ventura has a wealth of experience and passion for martech across the financial services sector – including B2B and B2C – with a focus on delivering exemplary omnichannel experiences. Alex is responsible for driving brands in the digital age with strategies that evoke a brand’s personality and corresponding values. Mapping customer journeys encompassing systematic and programmatic technologies has been key to his successful strategies.
Head of Marketing
Alex Ventura
With a superior understanding of web design and architecture, Dave Longbottom has been pivotal in orchestrating the development of new technologies, which are aligned with business objectives, and pioneering industry-leading solutions. Dave’s tenacity to push the status quo has led to the development of innovative solutions encompassing the latest emerging technological trends and cyber security frameworks.
Chief Technology Officer
Dave Longbottom
Karen Bannister has over 20 years of marketing expertise and has a Chartered Marketer designation from the Canadian Marketing Association. She is a strategic marketing leader with a career record of success in developing and executing effective marketing strategies, growing revenue, and overseeing multi-talented teams. She also holds five certifications for marketing and brand management.
Karen has successfully completed the
Mini-MBA, Essentials of Management program at Schulich School of Business, and most recently completed the Communications and Leadership Program at The Ivey Academy.
Vice President, Marketing
Karen Bannister, CM
Sarah M Stewart has more than 15 years
of strategic leasing and customer care experience in residential property management. She is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Centurion’s national leasing platforms, residential lead generation, and overall customer experience excellence through operation
of the company’s internal customer
service department.
Associate Vice President,
Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Sarah M Stewart
Sarah M Stewart
Associate Vice President,
Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Karen Bannister, CM
Vice President, Marketing
Dave Longbottom
Chief Technology Officer
Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
Damian Palovick
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Dr. Mary Lavoie
Head of Risk Management and Senior Vice President
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Mark Bernacki
Chief Underwriting Officer
Ryan Armijo
Chief Operating Officer, Underwriting Division
Bob Petrilli
President, Underwriting Division
shared goals
trust
respect
sense of belonging
“We are steadfast advocates, committed to advancing our clients’ cases with determination, persistence, and compassion,” Bogoroch adds.
The firm’s operations back that up. Before virtual litigation became the norm, Bogoroch & Associates built systems to keep files organized and moving. So, when the courts went remote, they didn’t scramble; they adjusted. Trials, mediations, and hearings continued without disruption.
Client relationships are built with the same care and attention, with realistic timelines, straightforward advice, and proactive communication. That kind of transparency gives people confidence in the process and the team handling their case.
“By amplifying their voices and equipping them with knowledge and sound legal counsel, we enable clients to make informed, often life-changing decisions,” he says.
Most new clients come as referrals from existing and former clients who are grateful for what the firm has accomplished for them.
Inside the firm, culture matters. Associates and articling students are mentored, co-op students are trained with care, and leadership is accessible. Town halls and guest speakers are part of the workplace, and while the work is serious, the environment feels like a team.
That tone comes from the top. With decades of trial experience, Bogoroch and senior partner Heidi Brown still bring the same focus to each file and the same belief in public service. The firm supports community organizations and stays involved well beyond the legal sphere.
For this team, success is measured in what clients walk away with – legal results and a sense that someone listened, cared, and fought for a just outcome.
The firm’s reputation extends beyond its legal work. Bogoroch and Brown, together with their partners, Yoni Silberman and Mahsa Dabirian along with their teams, have long supported access-to-justice initiatives and legal education, regularly contributing time and resources to organizations that serve the broader community.
That support shows up in Bogoroch & Associates’ contributions to causes in healthcare, access to justice, and community services, reflecting a belief that advocacy doesn’t end at the courthouse.
Professional growth is part of the culture, too. Several lawyers at the firm hold civil litigation specialist designations and regularly speak at conferences or lead continuing education sessions. The firm’s ongoing investment keeps the team sharp, connected, and trusted in the profession and by the clients they serve.
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Sarah M Stewart
Associate Vice President, Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Karen Bannister, CM
Vice President, Marketing
Dave Longbottom
Chief Technology Officer
Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
Mike Zegers
Vice President, Strategy and Business Development
Paul Gambell
Executive Vice President, Business Strategy
Geoff Parslow
Enterprise Account Executive
Alexander Cassar
Chief Business Operation Officer
Luigi Marciano
Group CEO
Sarah M Stewart
Associate Vice President, Leasing and Call Centre Operations
Karen Bannister, CM
Vice President, Marketing
Dave Longbottom
Chief Technology Officer
Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
Mike Zegers
Vice President, Strategy and Business Development
Paul Gambell
Executive Vice President, Business Strategy
Geoff Parslow
Enterprise Account Executive
Alexander Cassar
Chief Business Operation Officer
Luigi Marciano
Group CEO
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/bogoroch-&-associates-llp
Website:
bogoroch.com
Email:
info@bogoroch.com
Phone:
416 599 1700
Number of employees:
27
Year founded:
1999
Headquarters:
150 King Street West, Suite 1901, Toronto, ON M5H 1J9