When you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an accident, your health and financial future becomes uncertain. I help injured people get the rehab that they need and the compensation they deserve so that they can live their best life after an accident.
Admitted to the Ontario Bar (2010)
Bachelor of Laws, Faculty of Law, University of Windsor (2009)
Master of Arts, Canadian Politics and Political Theory, Western University (2005)
Bachelor of Arts (With Distinction), Political Science, Western University (2004)
I have experienced firsthand the kindness of others and the care of our community in a life-changing way. It is no surprise that helping people and being in service to others are core to who I am. Being a plaintiff personal injury and class actions lawyer rewards me with living in service of others in my professional life.
Lenin came to Alfonso and Lerners Personal Injury after being hit by a car while crossing the road as a pedestrian. Lenin says Alfonso took care of everything, including taking care of Lenin’s mom who had to care for him after his accident.
I live in service through my profession and work tirelessly on every case — and rightfully so because I know the stakes are high. I’ve felt that pressure in my own life, and that understanding is something I bring to my relationships with my clients.
Selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Personal Injury Litigation
Selected to be on the OTLA Executive Committee as a Member at Large (2022)
Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as a leading practitioner in the area of Personal Injury (2022-2026)
Lexpert’s “Rising Stars: Leading Lawyers Under 40” (2021)
20 Under 40 Award, London Inc. Magazine (2017)
Certificate of Appreciation, Canadian Latin American Association (2017)
Latin American Leadership Award (2012)
“Optional Benefits Collateral Benefits and Post-Accident Income” (Faculty Member, The Osgoode Certificate in Motor Vehicle Accident Law and Practice: Tort and Accident Benefits, 2022 to 2023)
“Costs Update: Fees, Disbursements and Rule 49 Offers” (Conference Speaker, 4th Motor Vehicle Litigation Summit, Law Society of Ontario, 2021)
“The Business Side of Your Case” (Conference Chair and Panelist, 2021 Spring Conference, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association)
“Effective Advocacy in Negotiations” (Webinar, Ontario Bar Association, 2021)
“Examination for Discovery of a Nursing Home Defendant” (Webinar, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, 2021)
“Costs and Offers to Settle: What You Need to Know” (Speaker, Tricks of the Trade 2020, The Advocates’ Society)
“Costs: The Tension Between Access to Justice and Proportionality” (Speaker, 2020 Spring Conference, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association)
Author, The Law of Costs in Personal Injury Actions, LexisNexis (2019)
“Unprotected Defendants: Claims Against Road Authorities, Repair Shops, and Vehicle Manufacturers” (Chapter 11G, Oatley-McLeish Guide to Personal Injury Practice in Motor Vehicle Cases, Thomson Reuters, 2019 / Speaker, 2nd Motor Vehicle Litigation Summit, Law Society of Ontario, 2019)
“Long-Term Care Home Negligence” (Faculty Member, The Osgoode Certificate in Elder Law, 2017 to 2019 to present, Osgoode Hall Law School)
“Collateral Benefits Productions: Who gets what? What is producible and when can you say ‘No’?” (Speaker, 2018 Fall Conference, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association)
Canadian Hispanic Bar Association
Canadian Latin American Association (CALA)
Ontario Trial Lawyers Association
The Advocates’ Society
Ontario Bar Association
Canadian Bar Association
Middlesex Bar Association
I am passionate about healthcare issues and am a dedicated member of the St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation Board. I view my work in this area as a way to give back to the healthcare community that cares for my clients.
I am actively involved with the cycling community in London. My passion for cycling and giving back led me to co-found the Forest City Cycling Challenge to raise funds for youth mental health. Proceeds from the event are directed to the MINDS of London-Middlesex, in partnership with St. Joseph’s Health Care London, dedicated to tackling complex mental health challenges facing youth in London and the surrounding region. More information on the Challenge and its fundraising efforts can be found at ridelondon.ca.
I have experienced firsthand the kindness of others in a life-changing way. Unsurprisingly, helping people and serving others is at the core of who I am. Being a plaintiff personal injury lawyer rewards me with living in service of others in my professional life.
Dealing with an injury is an emotional process. It starts with a life-changing event. And on top of recovery and adapting to new realities of living, you’re seeking legal help to get the care you rightfully deserve.
I promise to get to know you and your loved ones, and together we’ll work through a process to maximize your rehab and build a case piece by piece to a successful resolution.
When my family came to this country, we lived in a small town. We didn’t look like anyone else there, and we didn’t speak the language. That often came with feeling like outsiders.
When you are injured and trying to heal and recover while navigating the unfamiliar legal world, it can also feel like you’re on the outside looking in. My job is to make sure you’re part of every decision and that the work we do together is guided by what you need to live your best life.
Joseph G.You and your team were always honest and completely reliable for any issues I had, making me feel well respected and confident with our case. I appreciate all of your advice, actions and everything you and your team at Lerners did for me.
