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Barbara Legate
Principal & Senior Trial Lawyer
Legate Injury Lawyers
226-777-8817 • legatelaw.ca
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For over 40 years, Barbara Legate has led with purpose, building one of Ontario’s top personal injury law firms and setting new standards in advocacy. A formidable litigator, mentor and business leader, she has shaped careers, won precedent-setting cases and given a voice to those who need it most.
Through her work in law and philanthropy, she has strengthened London’s community, proving that leadership is more than business — it’s about making a difference where it matters most
Recognized by Lexpert and Best Lawyers in Canada for her excellence in appellate practice, medical negligence and personal injury law, Legate’s impact extends beyond the courtroom. Under her guidance, Legate Injury Lawyers has been named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms, reflecting its reputation for expertise and relentless client advocacy.
A long-time ally of London’s most vulnerable, Legate has helped raise millions for local children’s health and social justice initiatives. Through her work in law and philanthropy, she has strengthened London’s community, proving that leadership is more than business — it’s about making a difference where it matters most.
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Legate leads by example as a business owner, mother and grandmother. Her legacy is built not only on legal victories but on the lives she has touched, the professionals she has mentored and the community she has uplifted. A trailblazer in every sense, she continues to inspire the next generation of leaders.
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