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Toronto, ON M5K 1G8
2024 Fogler, Rubinoff LLP
Natalia Sidlar is an Associate in the commercial litigation practice group at Fogler, Rubinoff LLP. Natalia is developing a broad commercial litigation practice, with an emphasis on contract, shareholder and partnerships, product liability and real property disputes.
Prior to entering private practice, Natalia was Crown Counsel in the Advisory Services Group at the Ministry of the Attorney General, Crown Law Office – Civil. In this role she provided advice to various ministries on a wide range of issues including, crown liability, statutory interpretation, administrative and public law and general civil litigation.
Natalia completed her articles with the litigation department of the Crown Law Office – Civil. During her articles, she worked on complex litigation files before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
Natalia holds both a Canadian and American Juris Doctor after graduating from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law and Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2019. During law school, Natalia was a student representative on the Equity and Diversity Committee for two consecutive years and volunteered as a mentor with the Windsor Law Peer Mentorship Program.
A persistent professional and gentle intervener, Ruth Ambros is developing an extensive civil litigation practice serving First Nations and their members. Ruth has appeared before various levels of court in several provinces.
Ruth is building a practice centered on the rights of Indigenous communities in relation to raising their children. This work is evenly divided into child protection litigation on behalf of First Nations in various parts of the country, and the translation of Indigenous laws in the area of child and family wellbeing as communities reassert their inherent jurisdiction in this area. In addition, Ruth continues to build a general civil litigation practice on behalf of Indigenous clients.
Ruth is a first-generation settler on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee originally from Central Europe. After a first career as a management consultant and a second raising a gaggle of kids, Ruth completed her legal studies at Osgoode Hall Law School in 2019 and was called to the bar in 2020.
During her studies, Ruth participated in Osgoode’s Intensive Program in Aboriginal Lands, Resources, and Government, as well as the Feminist Advocacy Intensive at the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic, for which she received the Annie Macdonald Langstaff Prize. Ruth co-edited the Transnational Legal Theory Journal, participated in several moots, and won the Cassels Brock & Blackwell Price for Professionalism. Prior to joining Fogler, Rubinoff LLP, Ruth worked at Hensel Barristers, which was recognized in 2021 as one of the top law firms in Canada practicing in the field of Aboriginal and Indigenous law by the Globe and Mail.
Ruth does her best thinking while preparing food – cooking, baking, canning – or knitting to a podcast or stimulating conversation.
Marco is an associate in the Securities Law Group. He is developing a broad securities practice with a particular interest in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and securities regulatory matters.
Marco summered and articled with the firm prior to his call to the bar in 2022. Marco received his J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School. Before attending law school, Marco obtained his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Public Policy degrees from the University of Toronto and held various positions with Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General.
Paniz is developing a broad commercial real estate practice, including providing advice on the purchase, sale and financing of mixed-use, commercial, condominium and industrial properties.
Paniz graduated magna cum laude from the Dual J.D. program at the University of Windsor and the University of Detroit Mercy. During law school, Paniz received several academic awards including the Canadian & U.S. Dual J.D. Award and was the recipient of the 2021 Iranian Canadian Legal Professionals Scholarship. Paniz also worked as a Constitutional Law teaching assistant and worked at the Career Services Office.
In her spare time, Paniz enjoys exploring new coffee shops, gourmet cooking and spending time with her family.
Ryan is an Associate in the firm’s business law group and is developing a diverse corporate and commercial law practice. He has a particular interest in mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance and financings.
Before joining Foglers as an associate, Ryan summered and articled with the firm. Ryan graduated with a JD from Western Law where he worked as a caseworker with Pro Bono Students Canada, providing free legal services to community agencies in need.
Outside of the office Ryan enjoys learning to play the guitar, watching basketball, football and hockey, and flying as he has recently obtained his private pilot license.
Bree is an Associate with the firms Litigation and Dispute Resolution group and is developing a general civil and commercial litigation practice.
She is becoming a strong advocate and has assisted on a range of litigation matters, including contractual and transactional disputes, and has participated in a number of arbitrations and mediations.
Bree articled at the firm and recently graduated from the dual JD program at the University of Windsor and the University of Detroit Mercy.
During her time at law school, Bree volunteered as a caseworker at Community Legal Aid, the student run legal aid clinic at UWindsor, as well as Lakeshore Legal Aid in Riverview, Michigan. She enjoyed participating in a number of clubs, serving as president of If/When/How and as an executive member of the Hispanic and Latinx Law Students Association. She was also a member of Detroit Mercy’s Law Review.
In her free time, Bree enjoys travelling, hiking, collecting vinyls, and spending time with her ever-growing fur family.
Matthew is an associate with the firm’s litigation and dispute resolution group and is developing a broad corporate and commercial litigation practice with a focus on municipal and planning law.
He received his BSc from McMaster University in 2016 and obtained his J.D. from the University of New Brunswick in 2020, where he received the Townsend Fischer Prize in Real Estate Transactions. Prior to being admitted to the bar and joining Foglers as an associate, Matthew was both a summer and articling student with the firm.
During his time at law school, Matthew was an active volunteer with Pro Bono Students Canada and held roles within several student advocacy groups, such as Chair of Advocacy Committee for the Students for the Wrongfully Convicted Society and as an executive of OutLaw UNB.
In his free time, Matthew enjoys competitive swimming, taking his dog for walks, and exploring new restaurants.
Aida is an associate in our commercial real estate group, where she is developing a broad commercial real estate practice with a focus on commercial leasing.
Aida completed her J.D., at Osgoode Hall Law School. Prior to attending law school, she received her B.Sc degree from York University in Kinesiology.
Aida has a passion for advocacy and has worked at the Human Rights Legal Support Centre where she helped hundreds of clients facing discrimination in Ontario. Aida was also a mentor to first year Osgoode students and a member of Pro Bono Students Canada to help with access to justice initiatives for many clients in her community.
In addition to her passion for the law, Aida has committed herself to serving her community. For many years, she has been actively volunteering with many organizations, such as Circle of Care and North York Harvest Food Bank. As an appreciation for her dedication and commitment, she was nominated for the Ontario Volunteer Service Award and featured as the volunteer of the month in the Circle of Care provincial newsletter.
In her free time, Aida enjoys running while listening to podcasts.
Sean is an associate with the firm’s business law and capital markets & securities groups.
Sean completed his J.D. at Queen’s University. Prior to law school, he earned a Bachelor of Commerce with high distinction from the University of Toronto, where he specialized in management. While at Queen’s Law, Sean participated and co-captained the school’s Law Games Team and Tortfeasors Rugby Club. Sean was also a student caseworker at the Queen’s Elder Law Clinic, which provides free legal services to seniors in southeastern Ontario.
In his spare time, Sean enjoys playing soccer, travelling and tending to his tomato garden.
Sabrina is an associate in the Securities and Capital Markets group at Fogler, Rubinoff LLP. With a diverse portfolio covering mining, renewable energy, AR, tech, and pharma, Sabrina adeptly assists companies in navigating their corporate and securities landscape, while exploring the dynamic crossroads of finance and innovation. Sabrina’s expertise extends to guiding companies into the public arena and securing capital through private placements. She is well versed in various corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, share purchases and plans of arrangements.
Prior to her current role, Sabrina gained practical experience through summering and articling with the firm. She holds a BA and MA from York University, with a thesis that examined the treatment of Indigenous rights and title claims within the Canadian judicial system.
Beyond the boardroom, Sabrina is not only a culinary enthusiast, fearlessly taking on the challenge of cooking without recipes, but also a keen explorer of local eateries. Alongside her gastronomic pursuits, Sabrina finds solace in the art of pottery, using it as a creative outlet and source of inspiration, and is always on the lookout for new songs to add a rhythmic layer to her eclectic interests.
