About David

David Smye is firm counsel at Mackesy Smye LLP and is recognized as one of the top personal injury lawyers in Canada. He has conducted jury and non-jury trials covering accidents, falls, product liability, disability claims, and medical negligence, and has settled thousands of injury cases through mediation and direct negotiations. He holds the designation Q.C., an honorary LL.D., is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, and is a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation.

Education & credentials

Law school
Queen's University

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