Daniel J. Wright ✉
Daniel is a civil litigator with a primary focus on construction law, contract disputes, and creditor remedies in bankruptcy and insolvency matters.
He represents a broad range of clients both in and out of the courtroom, guiding them through the litigation process with practical advice and strategic insight. Daniel regularly appears before the Commercial List, where he has built a growing practice representing secured and unsecured creditors in complex insolvency matters.
Daniel earned his law degree from Western University, where he also worked at Western’s Community Legal Services, providing pro bono legal assistance to members of the London-Middlesex community. He articled at a large national law firm in Ottawa before moving back to Toronto.
Before entering the legal field, Daniel completed both his BSc and MSc at Western University, and co-authored scientific articles published in peer-review journals. His training in the scientific method informs his legal practice, equipping him with analytical precision and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
Out of the courtroom, Daniel enjoys staying active, watching hockey and football, and competing in (almost) any sporting and gaming competitions.
Representative Work:
Acted for multiple secured creditors before the Commercial List, successfully obtaining receivership orders (e.g., CV-24-00733110-00CL)
Represented a creditor and obtained judgment against a third-party garnishee in the Superior Court (2024 ONSC 7403)
Defended against a summary judgment motion involving breach of trust claims against a general contractor
Acted for a secured creditor enforcing its $4,000,000 claim against a real estate investment firm
Represented a large general contractor in adjudication proceedings under the Construction Act before ODACC
Acted for an international bonding facility in pursuing a $2,200,000 indemnity claim
Advised a leading construction-tech company on litigation and risk management strategies, and in developing its business
Represented a corporate client in a $1,700,000 construction-related contract dispute
Enforced construction liens and secured payment for high-profile contractor clients
Represented an international labour union in enforcing unpaid wages and remittances claims before the Ontario Labour Relations Board
Successfully argued and obtained labour arbitration awards, including reported decisions (2024 CanLII 80217; 2025 CanLII 29591)
Defended homeowners against lien claims brought by contractors and suppliers
Obtained a favourable decision on an appeal at the Federal Court of Appeal on a patent infringement case
Defended a workplace manager against allegations of negligence in a sexual harassment case
Assisted in the restructuring of an international cosmetic company, advising on the company’s intellectual property, securities, and ownership
