Max Shafir KC

His deep understanding of construction law means he is always in tune with the needs of his clients and partners with them to ensure their rights are protected in any construction dispute. Max’s clients include major construction suppliers, lending institutions, owners, developers, contractors and subcontractors. He specializes and has had success in breach of trust claims, the Construction Lien Act and bankruptcy.

Max is actively engaged in the legal profession and is dedicated to his clients and the community. As a member of a number of professional organisations including The Advocates’ Society, as well as being a fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Law, Max has a deep understanding of the issues facing the profession. He is committed to both the excellence and the continuous enhancement and improvement of the practice of construction law.

Max was appointed King’s Counsel in 1981. He has been ranked as a leading construction lawyer by Best Lawyers in Canada for more than ten years and also consistently recommended in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.

He regularly presents at client and professional events and has authored several papers on construction issues and litigation.