John Dempster
Mediation
Mediation: A Path to Early and Satisfactory Resolution
"Litigation is expensive, time-consuming, and stressful, with outcomes that are difficult to predict and the potential for lengthy proceedings that carry a great deal of risk. As your mediator, I serve as a neutral facilitator of constructive settlement negotiations, helping you discuss and assess the costs and risks of your case and explore agreeable resolutions early on. My goal is to achieve a satisfactory resolution that avoids the costs and risks of ongoing litigation, allowing you to move forward."
~ John Dempster
About Me
I graduated from military college with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration in 1985. Following this, I served as an officer in the Canadian Armed Forces until 1990. After completing my military service, I pursued legal studies and graduated from law school. In 1995, I was called to the Bar of Ontario which marked the beginning of my nearly three-decade-long career in litigation.
Over my career as a litigation lawyer, I have represented clients at all levels of court in Ontario, including the Ontario Court of Appeal. Additionally, I was appointed as the Deputy Registrar in Bankruptcy in Ottawa, where I presided over various bankruptcy hearings.
I have represented many different clients and have developed a wide range of experience in various litigation matters in various practice areas. Over the years, I have participated in many mediations in all of these practice areas. I am a strong believer in mediation and achieving early resolution of claims.
Areas of Expertise
Personal Injury
Construction Law
Employment Law
Estate Litigation
Professional Negligence
Bankruptcy Law
Land Development
Environmental Law
Property Damage & Insurance Claims
Condominium Law & Commercial Lease
Long Term Disability Claims
Commercial Litigation & Shareholder Disputes
Employment Law
Estate Litigation
Professional Negligence
Bankruptcy Law
Land Development
Environmental Law
Property Damage & Insurance Claims
Condominium Law & Commercial Lease
Construction Law
Commercial Litigation & Shareholder Disputes