Sophia is an insightful and strategic problem solver. As an associate, Sophia has
developed a broad construction practice, with experience spanning front-end contract
drafting and negotiation through to dispute resolution.
Sophia acts for industry stakeholders such as contractors, subcontractors, and material
and equipment suppliers in various construction and infrastructure disputes. Sophia has
experience in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and
arbitration.
Sophia summered and articled at the firm before joining as an associate.
Experience
Representative Work
Light rail transit:
Representation of a subcontractor in an arbitration related to delays and disputed extras regarding an operations, maintenance, and storage facility
Representation of a subcontractor in an arbitration related to delays and payment disputes regarding electromechanical works
Infrastructure:
Representation of a subcontractor in a multi-party mediation related to delay and payment disputes on a large multi-use real estate development project
Representation of a contractor in a payment dispute related to the supply of materials on a road building project
Subway line: Drafted a bespoke subcontract agreement for a contractor performing work on a
major transit project.
Select Reported Cases
R&V Construction Management Inc. v. Baradaran, 2020 ONSC 3111 (Div. Ct.)
Stubbe’s Precast Commercial Ltd. v. King & Columbia Inc., 2018 ONSC 6539 (Div. Ct.)
Stubbe’s Precast Commercial Ltd. v. King & Columbia Inc., 2018 ONSC 995
Limen Structures Ltd. v. Brookfield Multiplex Construction Canada Limited, 2017 ONSC 5071 (Master)
Limen Structures Ltd. v Brookfield Multiplex Construction Canada Limited, 2016 ONSC 5107 (Master)
Advanced Construction Techniques v. OHL Construction (#2), 2014 ONSC 3763 (Master)
Primo Paving & Construction Ltd. v. Prudential Elfa Management Group Inc., 2014 ONSC 7139 (Master)
Canada Forgings Inc. v. Atomic Energy of Canada Limited, 2013 ONSC 6145 (Div. Ct.)
Canada Forgings Inc. v. Atomic Energy of Canada Limited et al, 2013 ONSC 5347
General Motors of Canada Limited v. Johnson, 2013 ONCA 502
Canada Forgings Inc. v. Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd., 2012 CarswellOnt 17464 (Sup. Ct. J.)
Awards and Recognition
Professional Contributions
Speaking and Publications
Speaking Engagements
Select Publications
Education and Admissions
Education
- University of Windsor, Faculty of Law, Juris Doctor, 2025
- University of Toronto, Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) with High Distinction, 2022
Bar Admission and Certifications
- Ontario Bar, 2026