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Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law Listed in 2022 Best Lawyers™

Hamilton, ON, August 26, 2021 — Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law is pleased to announce that Derek Wilson has been included in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.

Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in over 75 countries.

“Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of those in the legal profession. After three decades, we are proud to continue to serve as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals worldwide,” says CEO Phillip Greer.

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in Canada list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.

About Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law

Derek Wilson is the owner and principal lawyer at Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law, a litigation firm that restricts its practice to helping injured plaintiffs.  Derek started his career in 1995 in Hamilton, Ontario where he first worked on personal injury cases and later expanded his experience and became a partner at a Toronto defense firm that deals exclusively in insurance defense litigation.

By 2009, he made the decision to return to his roots and work solely in plaintiff personal injury law.  In 2013, Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law was opened in downtown Hamilton and practices in the area of personal injury resulting from motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls and denied LTD insurance claims. 

Having worked for insurance companies has given Derek a well-balanced approach on how to advocate for his clients and a keen understanding of how to develop and build a successful case. 

Our firm believes that when you’re going through a hard time, it’s important to be surrounded by friends, family and people who have your best interests at heart.  That’s why our firms’ core values are straightforward “we’re honest, we care about our clients, we know their names, and we fight for them.”

Derek Wilson

Derek Wilson began his legal career in insurance litigation in 1993, articling with Stanley M. Tick & Associates in Hamilton. Early on, he focused on personal injury law, recognizing both his aptitude for it and the significant impact it had on clients’ lives.

In 1997, Derek earned his Master of Laws degree with Merit from the London School of Economics. He then became a partner at a boutique Toronto firm, specializing in insurance defense litigation. This role provided him with valuable insights into the strategies used by large insurance companies, equipping him with the knowledge needed to win personal injury cases and challenge insurance denials effectively.

By 2009, Derek returned to his roots in Hamilton, driven by a desire to represent individuals who had been injured or unfairly denied insurance claims. He practiced at Malhotra, Stayshyn & Wilson until 2013 when he founded Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law.

Derek takes pride in the firm he has built, which is dedicated to assisting individuals during some of the most challenging times of their lives. His team is committed to honesty, compassion, and fighting for their clients’ best interests, ensuring they receive the support and results they deserve.

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