Sean is with the OPP and has taken on the Leadership role in the Professional Standards Unit.

In cases of serious misconduct, Jordan assists companies in conducting thorough, business-focused investigations and managing any subsequent legal proceedings in a way that supports legal and regulatory compliance and mitigates risk. Jordan works closely with businesses and their senior leadership to recognise and decipher their challenges, evaluate the risks, and create a clear plan of action to address any underlying legal non-compliance and protect their brand reputation.

Nicole Biros-Bolton is a trauma-informed human rights and employment lawyer with a deep commitment to justice and inclusivity. Her life’s work has been dedicated to advocating for human rights, supporting women and children, and empowering individuals to navigate complex legal systems with confidence.

Jassie is a Senior Director in Forensics & Litigation Consulting at FTI

Solicitor - City of Toronto | President - Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers | Not-for-profit Director

Representing national and international clients (with a focus on PE), across a range of matters including M&A, acquisition and disposition, leasing, financing, land development and joint ventures spanning mixed use, office, gaming, single-family rental, industrial, green field, and hotel properties.

Skilled litigator, problem solver, superhero - these are just a few words to describe Lisa. She can solve any client issue thrown her way with gusto, giving it the dedication and attention it needs. Not only does she lead her team with tenacity and confidence, she gets everyone up to speed on the latest in the industry and ensures that they keep up the pace. Can you keep up with Lisa? We hope so.

Trevor Grzybowski is a Senior Adjuster and Director of BBCG’s Toronto office. His insurance career has spanned almost 20 years with a focus on handling Financial and Specialty Lines claims. He joined BBCG in 2010, specializing in the investigation and management of complex Surety, Fidelity, and Cyber claims.

Nick is a Chartered Accountant and a designated specialist in Investigative and Forensic Accounting. He is the President and Managing Director of Williams & Partners Forensic Accountants Inc.

In cases of serious misconduct, I assist companies in conducting thorough, business-focused investigations and managing any subsequent legal proceedings in a way that supports legal and regulatory compliance and mitigates risk. I work closely with businesses and their senior leadership to recognize and decipher their challenges, evaluate the risks, and create a clear plan of action to address any underlying legal non-compliance and protect their brand reputation.

Daniel represents individuals, asset managers and pension funds in complex securities, consumer and medical device class actions.

I am a financial crime investigator with 40 years experience. I also conduct asset tracing investigations. I regularly develop and optimize whistleblower systems and work with whistleblowers.

Pam is a Senior Forensic Accountant with the Government of Canada

Forensic Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Chartered Business Valuator, Expert Witness, President at Lynch & Associates, Instructor at York University MFAc program, Instructor at Schulich School of Business

Extensive experience leading organised crime, terrorist financing, and money laundering investigations with significant experience in intelligence analysis and conducting major White Collar Crime. Investigations at the national and international level (Public and Private sector) as well as Director-level experience of Issues Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Strategic Services. Dr. Messenger is a highly experienced investigations manager and researcher with track record of producing in-depth analytical products.

Trevor Fairlie is a lawyer called to the Bar of Ontario and a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School. He practices law as Counsel, Corporate & Securities at Thomson Reuters Corporation (Nasdaq/TSX:TRI), and previously served as Counsel in the Office of Mergers & Acquisitions at the Ontario Securities Commission. He is an adjunct faculty member at both Queen's Faculty of Law and Osgoode Professional Development.

A powerhouse in fraud detection and recovery, Dave Oswald is the trusted founder of Forensic Restitution with 30+ years of unparalleled expertise. As a Certified Fraud Examiner, Chartered Professional Accountant, and Chartered Accountant, he's tackled high-stakes cases across industries—from healthcare to real estate. Whether uncovering hidden schemes or protecting assets, Dave has seen it all and knows how to turn losses into lessons.

Special Advisor on Financial Crime and Acting Officer in Charge of the Toronto Integrated Market Enforcement Team. Leading teams of RCMP members and support staff in the investigation of market related contraventions of the Criminal Code.

Karan joined Doane Grant Thornton’s Forensics team in November 2023. Karan is an experienced forensic professional with expertise in forensic investigation, managing complex frauds and providing dispute advisory services. Having worked in countries like India, Singapore and Kuwait, Karan has gained significant knowledge and developed expertise in forensic accounting and investigations in industries including construction, manufacturing, retail and e-commerce, public sector, law enforcement and not-for-profit.

Jesse Stewart, CFCS, is a Senior AML Specialist at Meridian Credit Union and an Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Investigator with the Canadian Anti-Human Trafficking Consortium (CAHTC). He specializes in complex money laundering and illicit finance investigations, leading commercial investigations and enhanced due diligence across high-risk cases.

David is a commercial trial lawyer who is certified as a specialist in construction law by the Law Society of Ontario. He is the President of the Association of Certified Forensic Investigators of Canada.

Sam joined Doane Grant Thornton’s AML and Forensics team in January 2019. Sam is an experienced AML and Forensic professional with expertise in the AML regulatory space as well as in forensic investigations. He has worked with groups, to support their AML needs, across financial services including; banking, credit unions, mortgage lending, casinos, MSBs and dealers in virtual currencies.

Stephen is a qualified expert witness, and has appeared on numerous mediations and appraisals. He has authored expert reports related to economic loss quantification, business valuation and forensic accounting matters for the provincial and federal courts, arbitrations, mediations, and tribunals.


Massimo Orsini, Partner, Oziel Law is a business, technology, and intellectual property lawyer with wide industry experience in the areas of software, gaming, healthcare technology, and agricultural technology (agtech). Massimo routinely advises clients on matters pertaining to corporate and commercial law, intellectual property, licensing, and technology.

Since 2007 Norman has investigated and prosecuted numerous fraud cases both domestically and internationally. Investigation Counsel PC has grown as a firm and gained a strong reputation in the Courts for thorough investigations and aggressive prosecutions. 

A Banting Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oxford researching how to improve implementation of counter wildlife trafficking interventions by law enforcement and anti-money laundering personnel.

Senior Specialist for the OPP

As Director of Corporate Investigation and Anti-Money Laundering at OLG, Andrew leads teams protecting the integrity of the corporation’s lottery and gaming programs. A retired RCMP senior officer and certified financial crime expert, he specializes in complex investigations and advancing anti-money laundering standards to strengthen public trust.

Associate Dean and Associate Director of Financial Services - North Island College

Jake is a Senior Director or Risk & Investigations at FTI Consulting

Maureen Ward is a leading commercial litigator with a global reputation for advising on high-stakes commercial litigation matters involving fraud, injunctions, asset tracing and recovery, enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards, and cryptocurrency disputes. Her practice also encompasses internal and regulatory investigations, anti-money laundering and corruption compliance, and multi-jurisdictional litigation. Maureen serves as a key contact in the Fraud & Anti-Corruption Practice Group.

Professionally trained Forensic Document and Fingerprint Examiner with a Master’s in Forensic Science and certifications in Forensic Identification and Advanced Investigation, providing expert reports and testimony in legal matters involving signature verification, handwriting comparison, fingerprint identification, and document authentication.

John Armit has served with the Ontario Provincial Police for the past 24 years, specializing in Community Service, Crime Prevention, and Major Fraud (Cyber-Enabled) investigations. As a Law Enforcement Liaison Officer with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, he has led national and international fraud awareness campaigns and investigations.

John Philpott is praised by clients for his sharp insights, honest advice, and unwavering advocacy in the areas of commercial and civil litigation. His focus is on delivering top-notch results swiftly. With diverse experience across various courts and arbitration settings, John excels in handling disputes from shareholder rights and contract disputes to fraud matters. His proficiency extends to copyright, defamation, malicious prosecution and a host of other areas.

I am a lawyer qualified to practice in Ontario. My legal practice mainly encompasses civil litigation, criminal defence, tax disputes, and disciplinary proceedings before regulatory bodies. I also hold designations as a Certified Forensic Investigator (CFI), a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and a Certified Executor Advisor (CEA).

Michael Halepas, the founder of BlockAML, was Called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2007. He is a member of the Inner Temple and has extensive experience in criminal law.

Forensic Accountant at Quadrant Forensics, specializing in tax dispute resolution, CRA audit defense, fraud investigation, and asset tracing across Canada. My role involves uncovering financial irregularities, resolving complex CRA tax issues, and providing expert forensic accounting analysis that supports fair and transparent outcomes.