About Eric

Eric Appotive's practice covers commercial litigation, construction disputes, and insurance defence, drawing on more than 37 years acting for businesses in the construction and insurance sectors. He advises on fire, force majeure, and building envelope failure claims, represents insurers in personal injury matters, and advises on construction, real estate, banking, and other commercial disputes. Appotive is certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Civil Litigation, holds advanced alternative dispute resolution designations, and works with clients on alternative fee arrangements for long-term, high-value disputes.

Practice areas

Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution Construction Law Insurance Law Bankruptcy & Insolvency

Education & credentials

A gold certification seal with a checkmarkCertified SpecialistCivil Litigation (Law Society of Upper Canada)
Law school
University of Ottawa
Undergraduate
Carleton University, B.A. Honours

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