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Associate Myla Picco to Moderate OTLA Panel Featuring Former Managing Partner Judge Jennifer Bezaire

We are pleased to announce our Associate Myla Picco will be one of two moderators from the Women Trial Lawyers Caucus (WTLC) participating in an upcoming Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) panel discussion. You won’t want to miss this special presentation, entitled, “Things I Know Now as a Judge That I Wish I Had Known... Read More

Recent Rise in School Bus Incidents Demands Greater Safety Awareness

School buses transport over 800,000 Ontario students each day, traveling nearly two million kilometers. Despite being one of the safest forms of transportation, the OPP reported nine crashes involving school buses across southwestern Ontario in just the past month. Fortunately, no students were injured in these crashes, but these incidents highlight the need for increased... Read More

Congratulations to Associate Irina Rosca: New Chair of the WTLC

All of us at Greg Monforton & Partners are thrilled to announce that our Associate, Irina Rosca, has been elected chair of the Women Trial Lawyers Caucus (WTLC) of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association for the 2025-2026 term. This appointment marks a significant milestone for Irina. The Influential Role of the WTLC Chair The chair... Read More

Pedestrian Struck, Severely Injured in Huron Church Rd Crash

A Windsor motor vehicle collision that occurred late last Tuesday evening on Huron Church Road left a pedestrian with critical injuries. Police Responded to Collision Report After 9:30 on Tuesday Night Police received notice of a collision on April 22 just after 9:30 p.m. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a southbound-traveling vehicle... Read More

Joanna Sweet: 2025 Alumni Award Recipient for Extraordinary Contributions to Windsor Law

We proudly announce that our managing partner Joanna Sweet has been selected recipient of the 2025 Alumni Award for Extraordinary Contribution to the Faculty of Law of the University of Windsor! This prestigious award is conferred annually in recognition of outstanding contributions to Windsor Law. For many years Joanna has taught Constitutional Law and Auto... Read More

Greg Monforton & Partners Supports 16th Annual Hats On For Healthcare

Greg Monforton & Partners proudly served as the Healthcare Title Sponsor for the 16th annual Hats On For Healthcare event. Since its inception, Hats on for Healthcare has raised a total of $650,000 in funding for various services and programs at Windsor Regional Hospital. This year’s fundraising initiative specifically benefits the hospital’s Cardiology Program, providing... Read More

Amanda Mustapha and Jacqueline Staley Serve as CNNC Judges

The Canadian National Negotiation Competition (CNNC) recently brought together law students from across the nation at Windsor Law on 7-8 March 2025. We are pleased to announce that two of our associates, Amanda Mustapha and Jacqueline Staley, participated as judges in this highly respected event that focuses on developing crucial negotiation skills in future legal... Read More

OPP Launch Investigation After a Pedestrian Is Fatally Struck on a Farm in Kingsville

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle while on a farm in Kingsville early Monday evening. The victim, a 59-year-old woman, was found deceased at the scene of the crash by Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). OPP Launches an Investigation According to a report in the Windsor Star, the OPP, along with the Forensic Identification... Read More

Congratulations to Joanna Sweet: Future OTLA President for 2027-2028

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the legal community in Windsor! Our very own Joanna Sweet, managing partner at Greg Monforton & Partners, has been elected to serve as the President of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) for the 2027-2028 term. A Well-Deserved Recognition This prestigious appointment follows a clear progression... Read More

Greg Monforton Recognised for Excellence in The 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory

We are thrilled to announce that our own Greg Monforton has been honoured with inclusion in The 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory, the most comprehensive guide to highly ranked legal practitioners in Canada. A Prestigious Recognition Based on Peer Review This esteemed recognition is not just another accolade – it represents acknowledgement of excellence by... Read More