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- University of Toronto (2014) JD (Honours)
- Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western Ontario (2011) HBA (Honours)
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Meghan Bridges (she/her)
is a partner at Lenczner Slaght.
Meghan’s civil litigation practice encompasses a wide range of matters, including professional liability, commercial litigation, class actions, and investigations.
Prior to joining the firm, Meghan practiced at a national firm where she gained experience litigating complex medical negligence and commercial matters, conducting investigations, and giving real-time advice on highly sensitive and urgent matters of public importance. She has extensive trial experience, having both prosecuted and defended complicated claims at trial and on appeal. Meghan has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario as well as before administrative tribunals.
Meghan received her JD with honours from the University of Toronto, where she was awarded the Michael J. Moldaver Prize for First in Third Year. In law school, Meghan was a passionate mooter. She participated in the Gale Cup Moot and the Grand Moot, coached teams in the Baby Gale and the Gale, and sat on the Moot Court Committee. Prior to law school, Meghan completed the Honours Business Administration program at the Richard Ivey School of Business with standing as an Ivey Scholar.
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University of Toronto (Governing Council) v Doe et al
Counsel to the University of Toronto in successfully bringing an interlocutory injunction to bring a peaceful end to the encampment that occupied the green space known as Front Campus for over 50 days. The University successfully argued that it was the private property owner of Front Campus and entitled to enforce its property rights over the protestors residing in the encampment. The University also successfully argued that its actions in respect of the encampment were not subject to the application of the Charter.
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Re Investment Management Corporation of Ontario
Trial counsel to IMCO in a breach of contract claim with manager of public infrastructure projects.
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The Advocates’ Society
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Ontario Bar Association
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Canadian Bar Association
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AI Here, AI There, AI Everywhere: Practical Challenges Litigating in an AI World
In the final instalment of our AI in the Courtroom series, we explore practical challenges that may arise when litigating in an AI world, and within the current framework of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Practice Directions, and common law. While the law is not entirely unequipped to deal with these challenges, evolution in the Rules and common law will likely be necessary as AI becomes more commonly used by various participants in the litigation process.
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Whose Responsibility Is It Anyway? Chatbots and Legal Issues in Moffatt v Air Canada
On February 14, 2024, the British Columbia Civil Resolution Tribunal (which is the equivalent of Ontario’s Small Claims Court) issued its decision in Moffatt v Air Canada. In less than a week, the decision has made international news as a result of the involvement of Air Canada’s chatbot.
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Lenczner Slaght Litigators Recognized as the Best Lawyers in Canada
In the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada, Lenczner Slaght is proud to receive 168 total rankings, with 45 of our expert litigators recognized for their expertise across 25 practice areas.
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Proving AI’s Misrepresentations
Meghan Bridges was interviewed by The National Magazine, where she comments further on Moffatt v Air Canada, a decision which touches on the intersection of artificial intelligence and liability.
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Canada’s leading litigation firm is proud to announce the promotion of Meghan Bridges, Madison Robins, and Jonathan McDaniel to its partnership.
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Lenczner Slaght Litigators Recognized as Best Lawyers in Canada
In the latest edition of Best Lawyers in Canada, 41 of our expert litigators are recognized for their expertise across 24 practice areas. The following lawyers have also been recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” for receiving the highest overall peer-feedback in their practice areas in Toronto.
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Lenczner Slaght Litigators Recognized Among the Best Lawyers in Canada
In the latest edition of Best Lawyers in Canada, 39 of our expert litigators are recognized by their peers for their expertise across 24 practice areas.
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Meghan Bridges Joins Lenczner Slaght
Canada’s leading litigation firm continues to strengthen its talent pool, knowledge, and experience with the addition of a new associate.
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Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process
Meghan Bridges was invited to OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Healthcare Certificate Program, where she will participate in live demonstrations providing practical insight into the examination and cross examination of an expert witness, a defendant doctor, and a defendant nurse. Meghan will also discuss individual and team strategies to manage the pressure of risk and litigation.
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Practical Insights for Young Litigators: Gaining Trial Experience and Second Chairing
Meghan Bridges was invited to present at an OBA Young Lawyer's Division program. Meghan led a panel discussion on how to gain experience and make the most of your first opportunities in trial litigation.
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Best Lawyers in Canada (2023-2025)
Ones to Watch – Corporate & Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law, Medical Negligence