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Loopstra Nixon LLP announces Scott Hamilton as Deputy General Counsel

Loopstra Nixon LLP is pleased to announce that Scott Hamilton has been appointed Deputy General Counsel

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April 14, 2026

Loopstra Nixon LLP is pleased to announce that Scott Hamilton has been appointed Deputy General Counsel. Scott is a partner in the firm’s litigation group, known for his practical insight and strong advocacy. He has conducted numerous trials and motions before the Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court and the Ontario Court of Appeal and has extensive experience in municipal and insurance defence litigation.

He regularly presents on municipal law topics at conferences and seminars for municipal lawyers’ associations, risk and insurance organizations, and legal conference providers. He has also contributed to leading texts on municipal liability and written on recent developments in the field.

As Deputy General Counsel, he will support the firm’s governance framework and professional standards.


Loopstra Nixon

Loopstra Nixon is a team of client-centered lawyers who are shaping the future of business and public law in Canada. We deliver exceptional service through tailored client solutions delivered by our top-tier team of legal talent. Our team of lawyers possess unique and diverse skillsets, so that clients can come to us for any and every issue at hand. We are quick to adapt and always on call. Whether we are delivering cutting-edge legal solutions or providing strategic business advice, we revolve around you. Our key practice areas include banking and financial services, business law, litigation & dispute resolution, municipal, land use planning & development, municipal & insurance litigation, real estate, labour & employment, franchising law, technology & intellectual property, wills, trusts & estates and bankruptcy, insolvency & restructuring. We work across Canada and around the world through our network of global affiliates at LawExchange International.

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