Charles M. Loopstra
Partner

- Bio
- Education
- Bar Admissions
- Memberships
Bio
A founding partner of the Firm, Chuck Loopstra has practised law in Toronto since 1969 and was appointed King's Counsel in 1985.
Highly adept at navigating complex legal issues, Chuck has built an enviable reputation over the years as a public law expert and litigator.
He regularly acts as counsel to private and public sector clients, including all levels of government. With many published papers to his credit, he frequently lectures at legal conferences. In addition to providing strategic direction at the Firm, Chuck has numerous other interests and volunteers his time for various non-profit causes.
Based on a peer reviewed survey Chuck was named by Best Lawyer in Canada in two fields of law: Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Municipal Law.
He also runs a working beef farm and enjoys golf.
Education
- Juris Doctor, University of Western Ontario, 1967
- Ontario Bar, Osgoode Hall, 1969
- King's Counsel, 1985
Bar Admissions
- Ontario
Memberships
- King's Counsel, 1985
Related client successes
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Temagami (Municipality) v. Temagami Barge Limited
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Milton Hydro Distribution Inc. v. Corporation of the Town of Milton, S.C.C No. 40939 (leave to appeal from 2023 ONCA 529)
Municipal & Insurance Litigation
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