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Bruce Garrow

Arbitrator Mediator
Toronto, ON, Canada

About

With over 40 years of legal experience, this neutral transitioned to a full-time dispute resolution practice following a distinguished career as a trial and appellate lawyer. He has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario and the Supreme Court of Canada, specializing in complex multi-party disputes and cross-border litigation. His background includes extensive work in aviation, product liability, and insurance law, where he represented both domestic and international clients in high-stakes matters.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Transportation & Maritime

Professional Experience

Mediator and Arbitrator
JAMS
Partner
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Counsel
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker at aviation and insurance law conferences
  • Author of numerous articles on product liability and cross-border litigation
  • Past Chair of the National Aviation Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned Canadian neutral with deep expertise in aviation and insurance, offering specialized mediation and arbitration services for complex, multi-jurisdictional commercial conflicts.

License & Certifications

  • Law Society of Ontario
  • Canadian Bar Association

Education

LL.M.
Institute of Air and Space Law, McGill University
1983
LL.B.
University of Windsor
1977
B.A. (Hons)
University of Toronto
1974

Distinction

Holds an LL.M. from the prestigious Institute of Air and Space Law at McGill University and is recognized as a leading practitioner in aviation law by Chambers Canada and Best Lawyers.

Reputation

He is regarded by legal professionals as a highly prepared and persistent mediator who excels at navigating the technical complexities of multi-party commercial and insurance disputes.