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Hilary Dudding – Partner
Hilary Dudding – Partner
Hilary Dudding is a partner at Daniel Brown Law and a criminal defence lawyer in Toronto. Called to the Ontario Bar in 2007, she has devoted her entire career to criminal advocacy.
Practice
Over nearly two decades, Hilary has defended almost every type of criminal charge — from theft to murder — and has developed a particular proficiency defending individuals charged with sexual assault, drug offences, and human trafficking.
She began her career at Pinkofskys, the criminal defence firm where she conducted judge and jury trials, motions, appeals, and complex litigation at every level of court in Ontario. She brings that trial experience, and a sharp sense of strategy, to every file at Daniel Brown Law.
Background and Recognition
Hilary is a graduate of the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law and holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Criminal Law and Procedure from Osgoode Hall Law School.
She has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for Criminal Defence.
Teaching and Professional Involvement
Hilary teaches Trial Advocacy to law students at Osgoode Hall Law School and is a panel member on Legal Aid Ontario’s Exceptions Committee. She is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Criminal Lawyers’ Association.
In the News
The Globe and Mail (July 14, 2026) — Hilary Dudding quoted on gun-violence sentencing following the fatal shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival. Read on The Globe and Mail.
AM 1150 — The Early Edition (July 13, 2026) — Hilary Dudding interviewed on what Peter Nygård’s latest conviction means. Listen on AM 1150.
CBC Metro Morning (June 16, 2026) — Hilary Dudding on the legal complications of a 12-year-old charged with attempted murder in an alleged stolen-car case. Listen on CBC Listen. See more of the firm’s media coverage.
To contact Hilary to schedule a consultation, call (416) 297-7200 x108 or email [email protected].
