Practice Areas

Scalisi Barristers has earned a reputation for effectively managing complex commercial and construction disputes. We serve a broad spectrum of clients, encompassing both public and private sector entities. Our team is distinguished by its litigation expertise and ability to address complex issues. The breadth of our experience includes litigating at every level of court in Ontario, including the Supreme Court of Canada.

Civil and Commercial Litigation


We provide guidance on all aspects of risk management and litigation services, spanning the realm of business planning to dispute resolution. Our expertise extends to the following areas:

Shareholder & Partnerships Disputes

Including disagreements related to shareholder buyouts, unjust treatment of minority shareholder interests, and litigation against companies, shareholders, and directors.

Real Property Disputes

Resolving conflicts related to ownership, possession, covenants, easements, and other matters concerning real property.

Contractual Disputes

Assisting clients in resolving disagreements arising from contracts, including breach of contract, interpretation, and enforcement issues.

Insurance Disputes

Representing clients in disputes with insurance companies.

Professional Negligence and Liability

Providing legal support for cases involving allegations of professional misconduct, malpractice, or negligence against professionals such as lawyers, accountants, architects, and engineers.

Fraud

Handling cases involving fraudulent conduct and fraudulent conveyances.

Construction Law


Vito S. Scalisi is a Certified Specialist in Construction Law by The Law Society of Ontario.

Our firm is dedicated to providing strategic and client-centric legal counsel that is both innovative and pragmatic.

Our law firm has significant expertise in construction litigation, including the pursuit and defence of diverse construction claims including, lien claims, delay claims, breach of trust claims, performance and labour/material payment bond claims, alongside negotiating and settling disputes through ADR, arbitration, representation at trial and on appeal.

Construction disputes often involve considerable stakes, and a satisfactory resolution depends not just on the ultimate result but also on the duration and cost incurred throughout the dispute process.

Construction disputes frequently involve multiple parties, intricate technical issues, and extensive project records, necessitating experienced legal representation for efficient and effective management. Our lawyers bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, allowing us to focus on the real issues and achieve cost-effective results.

We consistently act for various construction industry participants, including public and private sector owners, contractors, construction managers, design/builders, municipal bodies, sureties, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and other design professionals.

Our construction law expertise includes the following areas:

General Project Advice

Offering legal guidance and advice at every stage of a construction project.

Drafting Contracts

Creating legally binding agreements that outline the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of all parties involved in construction projects.

Review of Contracts

Thoroughly examining contracts to identify potential risks, ambiguities, and areas of concern before parties commit to agreements.

Lien Claims

Assisting clients with lien claims.

Delay Claims

Addressing issues related to project delays, including analyzing causes of delay, assessing liability, and pursuing or defending claims for damages.

Breach of Trust Claims

Handling claims under the Construction Act for breach of trust.

Performance and Labour and Material Bond Claims

Representing clients in the event of a claim against a Performance Bond or a Labour and Material Bond.

Arbitration

Resolving construction disputes through arbitration, a private and less formal alternative to litigation.

Alternative Dispute Resolution


Scalisi Barristers has extensive expertise in resolving disputes outside the traditional court setting. Our firm excels in the realm of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), with a deep understanding of the required processes and the strategic considerations essential to positioning our clients for the most favourable and efficient outcomes.

When appropriate, we will engage in ADR to position ourselves to achieve the most favourable outcomes for our clients.