Joe Gaynor

Joe is a lawyer in Siskinds’ personal injury law group. Before joining Siskinds, Joe summered and articled at a leading Toronto litigation firm. He gained in-depth experience in the area of personal injury law and developed a strong interest in advocating on behalf of injured individuals.

Joe received a BBA in Finance from Acadia University and a law degree from Western University. In addition to his academics, Joe played hockey in the Ontario Hockey League and participated at the varsity level during his studies at Acadia.

Before entering law school, Joe worked for a provincially funded organization as an employment facilitator, assisting individuals in receipt of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support.

In his spare time, Joe enjoys spending quality time with his wife and daughter. In addition, he remains physically active, volunteers, and visits family and friends in Stratford and Goderich, Ontario.

Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association
Advocates’ Society
Ontario Bar Association
Canadian Bar Association

Joe Gaynor has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ in Canada: Ones to Watch 2024.

• Hit-and-run accidents in Ontario: Your insurance rights and protections explained
• What you need to know about 2023 statutory deductibles and thresholds
• My dog bit somebody… am I liable?
• Moore v. 7595611 Canada Corp. – What is a life worth?
• Damages for senior plaintiffs—the Golden Years Doctrine
• Notice periods – What you need to know if you have been injured as a result of snow and ice
• Excluded benefits – General exclusions under Ontario’s no-fault accident benefits regime
• Examination for discovery to proceed via video-conference
• Statutory deductibles and thresholds: A legislated barrier to full reimbursement