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Preszler Injury Lawyers Recognized in the 2027 Editions of Best Lawyers in Canada®
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Published: November 3, 2026 | Last Reviewed: November 3, 2026
Preszler Injury Lawyers is proud to celebrate six members of our legal team who have received recognition in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada®.
Jeffrey Preszler, David Preszler, Matthew Lefave, Ron Davidson, and Russell Howe have each been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada®. Aaron Stern has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada®.
Best Lawyers® recognition is based on peer review, with lawyers evaluated by other members of the legal profession within their region and practice area. We are honoured to see members of the Preszler Injury Lawyers team recognized by their peers for their work in personal injury litigation.
Our Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada® 2027 Edition
Jeffrey Preszler – Personal Injury Litigation
Jeffrey A. Preszler, a partner at Preszler Injury Lawyers, has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation.
His 2027 inclusion continues his recognition by Best Lawyers in Canada®, where he has been recognized since 2026.
Jeffrey practices exclusively in plaintiff personal injury law, representing clients in matters from complex motor vehicle accident claims to catastrophic accident benefit claims, slip and fall claims, institutional abuse claims, and more. In addition to his work with clients, Jeffrey has lectured for the Ontario Bar Association and mentors personal injury lawyers and articling students at the firm.


Learn more about Jeffrey’s recognition by Best Lawyers in Canada®.
David Preszler – Personal Injury Litigation
David E. Preszler, personal injury practice leader at Preszler Injury Lawyers, has also been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation.
David has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada® since 2026, making the 2027 edition a second year of recognition for his work in this practice area.
David focuses exclusively on complex personal injury litigation, with his practice centred on serious accident and disability claims. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive trial experience and has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, and Court of Appeal. In addition to his legal practice, David manages the firm’s Ontario operations and mentors lawyers with the firm across Ontario, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia.


Learn more about David’s Best Lawyers in Canada® awards.
Matthew Lefave – Personal Injury Litigation and Insurance Law
Matthew Lefave has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his work in both Personal Injury Litigation and Insurance Law.
Matthew has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada® since 2021, giving him over 5 years of continuous recognition by his peers in the personal injury and insurance law space in Ontario.
Practicing exclusively in personal injury and insurance litigation for nearly two decades, Matthew has developed a particular focus on representing survivors of sexual abuse and other forms of institutional abuse. His practice also includes complex motor vehicle accident claims, long-term disability claims, and cases involving catastrophic injuries.


Learn more about Matthew Lefave’s Best Lawyers in Canada® awards.
Ron Davidson – Personal Injury Litigation
Ron Davidson has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation.
Having received recognition by Best Lawyers in Canada® since 2025, Ron’s inclusion in the 2027 edition marks a third year in which his work has received acclaim from his peers in the legal profession.
Ron represents clients in motor vehicle accident, institutional abuse, slip and fall, and other negligence claims across Ontario. Before focusing his practice on representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases, he spent 27 years as a Crown prosecutor and more than a decade as a civil litigator. He also maintains a strong interest in continuing legal education and has presented on litigation and advocacy topics.


See more about Ron Davidson’s Best Lawyers in Canada® awards.
Russell Howe – Personal Injury Litigation
Russell Howe has also been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for his practice in Personal Injury Litigation.
Russell has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada® since 2024, continuing a multi-year history of recognition in the acclaimed publication.
An experienced litigator, Russ handles complex personal injury matters from beginning to end, with particular experience in product liability, sexual assault, and disability claims. He has conducted trials, appeals, and other hearings at every level of court in Ontario and is also a past president of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association. Russ has shared his experience as a legal educator and speaker across Canada and the United States.


Read more about Russell Howe’s past awards.
Aaron Stern Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada® 2027
Aaron Stern has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation.
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada® recognition highlights lawyers earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice. The 2027 edition marks Aaron’s first year of recognition.
Aaron represents individuals who have experienced institutional abuse as well as people who have sustained serious injuries in motor vehicle accidents and premises liability incidents. His practice also includes long-term disability claims. Since being called to the Ontario Bar in 2021, Aaron has argued matters before the Superior Court of Justice, Social Security Tribunal and Social Benefits Tribunal.


Learn more about Aaron Stern’s award.
Celebrating Our 2027 Best Lawyers® Recognition
At Preszler Injury Lawyers, we are proud to see members of our team recognized by their peers in the Canadian legal community. This year’s results are especially meaningful because five of the six lawyers featured have now received Best Lawyers in Canada® recognition across multiple editions.
We congratulate Jeffrey, David, Matthew, Ron, Russell, and Aaron for their inclusion in 2027’s publication and their ongoing commitment to helping clients pursue the compensation they deserve as Toronto personal injury lawyers.
If you have been injured in an accident in Ontario and need legal help, schedule a free consultation with a member of our team today and find out how we can make a difference for you.
Authored by Preszler Injury Lawyers
Personal Injury Law Firm
Preszler Injury Lawyers represents injured people across Ontario in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accident claims, slip and fall claims, long-term disability claims, and institutional abuse claims.
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