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October 27, 2026
TGF is extremely proud to announce that John L. Finnigan has been inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL)
JOHN L. FINNIGAN INDUCTED INTO AMERICAN COLLEGE OF TRIAL LAWYERS
Toronto, Ontario. October 27, 2026 - John L. Finnigan has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.
The induction ceremony at which John became a Fellow took place recently before an audience of approximately 925 during the recent Annual Meeting of the College in New York City.
Founded in 1950, the College is the American College of Trial Lawyers is widely recognized as the preeminent organization of trial lawyers in North America, composed of the best of the trial bar from the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Fellowship is extended by invitation only, following a rigorous investigation process, to experienced trial lawyers who have demonstrated the highest standards of trial advocacy, ethical conduct, professionalism, civility, and collegiality. Candidates must have at least fifteen years of trial experience before consideration for Fellowship.
The American College of Trial Lawyers strives to preserve and enhance trial practice, civility, professionalism, and the administration of justice through support of an independent judiciary, the rule of law, trial by jury, and access to justice.
John L. Finnigan is a partner in the firm of Thornton Grout Finnigan and has been practicing in this city for 42 years. The newly inducted Fellow is an alumnus of Western University.
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