Megan Savard
Megan is a partner at Savard Foy LLP. She practices criminal, constitutional and regulatory law, with a particular focus on sexual offences, privacy law, and complex constitutional litigation. Her client-focused approach ensures that the justice system works for her clients, not against them.
Megan is an experienced trial and appellate advocate, appearing regularly at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. She has been counsel in some of Canada’s highest-profile cases. Megan is consulted by individuals and organizations on criminal and constitutional issues. She acts as duty counsel for the Ontario Court of Appeal’s Inmate Appeal Duty Counsel Program. Megan is recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada in Appellate Practice and Criminal Defence.
Megan is an active leader in Canada’s premier advocacy organizations. She is a Director of the Criminal Lawyers’ Association, where she co-chairs its Litigation Committee. She is a member of the Advocates’ Society and frequent faculty at its educational programs.
Megan is a sought-after speaker on criminal law issues. She lectures frequently at conferences and universities, and educates judges, lawyers and police officers about emerging issues. Megan teaches Trial Advocacy at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law.
In 2019, Megan received the Precedent Setter Award, which recognizes lawyers for excellence and leadership in the legal community.