Case #3: Public Trustee v. Mortimer et al (1985) 16 D.L.R. (4th) 404 (Ont. H. C. J.) Mortimer was a partner in a law firm and acted as the executor for the estate of Mrs. Amy Cooper. When she died, he distributed the proceeds of the estate to a series of beneficiaries. He also stole over $200,000.00 from the estate, keeping it for himself. The issue here was whether the other partners were also liable for Mr. Mortimer's wrongful conduct. Plaintiff's Argument: Defense's Argument