Headquarters:

20 Queen Street West, Suite 3500, Toronto, ON M5H3R3

Year founded:

2000

Number of employees:

14 partners, 22 lawyers, 100+ employees

Phone:

1 833 862 8143

Email:

info@hshlawyers.com

Website:

hshlawyers.com

LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/company/howie-sacks-&-henry-llp---personal-injury-law

“We take time to understand each client’s story and develop legal strategies tailored to their needs and goals. Our reputation is built on exceptional advocacy, trust within the legal community, and a commitment to meaningful outcomes”

Renée Vinett, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

HOWIE, SACKS & HENRY LLP

David J. Levy 

Partner

Renée Vinett 

Partner

Brad Moscato

Partner

Leadership

David J. Levy is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP and a highly regarded trial lawyer focusing on serious and complex personal injury litigation. Known for his strong courtroom advocacy, he has conducted numerous trials and arbitrations and is frequently retained by other counsel as trial counsel on complicated matters. Levy is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation and has been consistently recognized by Lexpert and Best Lawyers as a leading personal injury lawyer. He is also a regular lecturer at legal seminars and a trusted legal commentator for the media.

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David J. Levy

Renée Vinett is a co-managing partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, focusing on personal injury litigation and advocacy for injured individuals and their families. She has successfully conducted numerous trials and hearings before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and administrative tribunals. In addition to her legal credentials, Vinett has over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse in Canada and the United States, including expertise in disability management. Her combined medical and legal background offers a unique perspective on complex injury matters. She is an active leader in continuing legal education and professional associations.  

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Renée Vinett 

Brad Moscato is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, dedicated to serious personal injury and disability litigation. He focuses on long- and short-term disability claims, motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents, fatal accidents, and occupiers’ liability matters. Recognized by Lexpert as a Most Frequently Recommended Lawyer in long-term disability and repeatedly recommended in personal injury, Moscato is also listed in Best Lawyers in Canada and is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation. He contributes to the profession through leadership roles, speaking engagements, and seminars with OTLA, the Advocates’ Society, and other legal organizations.

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Brad Moscato

Meghan Hull Jacquin

Partner

Meghan Hull Jacquin is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, specializing in serious personal injury litigation, disability claims, and medical malpractice. She represents clients before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court, the Court of Appeal, administrative tribunals, and in New Brunswick. Known for her strategic approach and commitment to clients, Jacquin serves as an executive member of the Board of Directors of the Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association and participates in professional organizations, including the CBA, Advocates’ Society, and WLAO. She is also dedicated to mentoring and national charitable initiatives.

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Meghan Hull Jacquin

D. Joel Dick

Partner

D. Joel Dick is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, specializing in personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall claims, brain and spinal cord injuries, and fatality matters. He also represents clients in correctional misconduct and institutional negligence cases, advocating for accountability and systemic reform. Dick is recognized as a leading civil litigation lawyer and Certified Specialist by the Law Society of Ontario. He regularly presents at legal conferences, contributes to professional publications, and has taught insurance law at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law.

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D. Joel Dick

Acting for individuals and families dealing with catastrophic injury and medical malpractice, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP has built its practice on the belief that every case is personal. The Ontario-based firm approaches each matter with technical strength and close attention to the client’s experience, a model that has earned sustained recognition, including consistent placement among Canadian Lawyer’s Top Personal Injury Boutiques since the awards began. That same focus runs through a culture that values technical excellence and a genuine commitment to clients. Lawyers are expected to combine strong advocacy with empathy, supported by a structure that promotes mentorship, shared responsibility, and professional growth. The firm’s leadership has evolved beyond a traditional hands-on approach to one that actively invites insight and contribution from across the team. This collaborative model brings diverse perspectives into decision-making, strengthening strategy while preserving the firm’s unwavering commitment to excellence in client service and litigation outcomes. “We take time to understand each client’s story and develop legal strategies tailored to their needs and goals,” Renée Vinett, Managing Partner. “Our reputation is built on exceptional advocacy, trust within the legal community, and a commitment to meaningful outcomes.” From the outset of a file, cases are developed with a full view of how they may progress through litigation, including detailed medical and damages analysis. The firm works closely with medical experts, rehabilitation specialists, and other professionals to document both immediate and long-term impact. It also uses focus groups and advanced presentation methods to ensure that judges, juries, and opposing parties understand the human effect of serious injury, not just the legal issues in dispute. Closely tied to that preparation is a consistent readiness to proceed to trial. The firm is known for advancing complex claims through to court where required, a position that reinforces its standing in negotiations. Cases are built with the expectation that they may be tested at trial, supporting efforts to secure fair compensation at earlier stages.

“From the initial conversation to resolution or trial, clients receive strategic legal advice and a team fully committed to achieving the best possible outcome”

Renée Vinett, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

Melissa Miller

Partner

Kaitlyn MacDonell 

Partner

Samantha Shatz

Partner

Ben Irantalab

Partner

Melissa Miller is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP and a recognized advocate for vulnerable populations, focusing on elder law and nursing home negligence. She also practices broadly in personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle accidents, product liability, hospital negligence, slip-and-fall claims, and long-term disability matters. Certified in Elder Law, Miller is a skilled trial lawyer prepared to handle complex cases. She has served on the Board of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and founded Canadians4LTC and Lawyers4LTC, organizations that advocate for systemic improvements in long-term care across Canada. 

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Melissa Miller

Kaitlyn MacDonell is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, specializing in complex personal injury, long- and short-term disability, and accident benefits litigation. She represents clients in serious injury matters before the Ontario Superior Court, Divisional Court, and administrative tribunals. Her advocacy is shaped by her personal experience with acquired brain injury, providing her with a unique perspective on the challenges faced by injured clients. MacDonell serves as president of the Brain Injury Association in Peterborough, sits on OTLA’s Practice Direction Committee, and has received the Martin Wunder Q.C. Outstanding New Lawyer Award for her contributions to the profession and vulnerable plaintiffs. 

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Kaitlyn MacDonell

Samantha Shatz is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation, with a focus on obstetrical negligence and birth injuries. She represents children and families affected by severe medical and hospital errors, advocating on their behalf before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and administrative tribunals. Shatz is a past vice chair of the Medical Malpractice Section of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and serves on the Board of the American Association for Justice. She is also active with the Brain Injury Society of Toronto, contributing to policy, advocacy, and professional development initiatives. 

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Samantha Shatz

Ben Irantalab enjoys the complexities of personal injury litigation. His practice is exclusively devoted to representing clients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and severe orthopedic injuries. For him, the cases that require special creativity and thinking outside the box are most gratifying.

Partner

Ben Irantalab

In recent years, targeted investment in legal technology has supported this work. It has adopted advanced tools, including legal AI, to assist with medical record review, case management, and damages assessment. These systems strengthen analysis and improve efficiency, while leaving judgment, advocacy, and client interaction with experienced lawyers. For a practice area where repeat work is uncommon, growth is driven largely by referrals from former clients and professional networks. That referral base reflects a reputation built on results and how clients are treated throughout the process. The team also adds value by identifying financial supports early and guiding clients through each stage of the claims process. That interdisciplinary approach, backed by lasting relationships with referral partners, medical professionals, and courts, has helped build the trust that continues to bring complex injury matters to the firm. “From the initial conversation to resolution or trial, clients receive strategic legal advice and a team fully committed to achieving the best possible outcome,” Renée Vinett, Managing Partner. Howie, Sacks & Henry invests in mentorship and the development of future lawyers, while contributing to the profession through speaking engagements, published work, and involvement in legal education. It has also expanded into areas such as nursing home negligence and institutional abuse claims, extending its advocacy to vulnerable groups who require experienced representation.

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Charles Jung

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Charles Jung, a partner at Oatley Vigmond since 2025, is passionate about empowering clients through personal injury law. Joining the firm as an articling student in 2015, he progressed to associate after being called to the bar. His practice spans car accidents, accident benefits, medical malpractice, and occupiers’ liability. Recognized by Best Lawyers on the “Ones to Watch” list since 2023, he also serves on the board of COPE Service Dogs, aiding individuals with disabilities. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active, watching sports, and playing golf. Bilingual in Korean and English, he is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for his clients.

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