Gavin James Martin Tighe

Gavin is a senior partner at Gardiner Roberts and co-chair of the firm’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group. A trusted advocate and respected leader, Gavin has been certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Civil Litigation since 2003. Over the course of his career, he has appeared as lead counsel at every level of court in Canada, including the Supreme Court of Canada, and has represented clients across the country as well as before tribunals in both Canada and the United States.

Known for his skill as a courtroom advocate, Gavin has acted in many high-profile cases and is often sought out by other lawyers to represent them in complex legal matters. His broad litigation practice spans areas such as defamation, corporate restructuring, professional liability, municipal conflict of interest, title insurance, and election law, among others. He also regularly assists clients through arbitrations, mediations, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Beyond his practice, Gavin is deeply engaged in his community and supports numerous charitable and professional organizations. He is the co-author of “A Practical Guide to the Law of Defamation in Canada” published by LexisNexis, frequently writes and speaks on issues of civil litigation, teaches at law schools and professional programs, and is widely cited as an authority on civil practice in Ontario.

Gavin’s commitment to excellence has been recognized with numerous honours. In 2025, he received the King Charles III Coronation Medal from the Governor General of Canada and the Government of Ontario for his lasting contributions to the province and to Canada. He has consistently been recognized by his peers in The Best Lawyers in Canada, Lexpert, and Martindale-Hubbell, and was named Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in 2022 and 2026. In 2023, he was inducted as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America and awarded the designation of King’s Counsel (K.C.) by the Attorney General of Ontario for his dedication to legal excellence and public service.