Gail J. Cohen

Gail J. Cohen is the Toronto-based correspondent for Law.com International. She writes about lawyers and legal issues in Canada. Her coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. She can be reached at [email protected].

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October 02, 2023 | International Edition

Defying Convention, US-Based Mintz Levin Grows Again in Toronto

The addition of Anthony De Fazekas and Mervyn Allen means that, since March, the firm has brought its Canadian contingent to 24 lawyers.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

September 27, 2023 | International Edition

Former Minister of Energy and Environment in Canada's Oil & Gas Region Joins Borden Ladner Gervais

Prior to her stint in politics, Sonya Savage worked in policy and government relations in the energy industry.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

September 26, 2023 | International Edition

Mintz's Toronto Office Nabs Another Partner From Dentons, Continuing Its Canadian Expansion

Alex North is the 21st lawyer to join Mintz's Canadian office since it opened six months ago.

By Gail J. Cohen

2 minute read

September 22, 2023 | International Edition

Canadian Firm 'Walking the Talk' With Comprehensive New Sustainability Policy

Cain Lamarre, which has 14 offices in the province of Quebec, wants to set a new standard for law firm sustainability programs.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

September 12, 2023 | International Edition

Norton Rose Names Class Action Litigator as New Canadian Managing Partner

Jennifer Teskey takes over the role Jan. 1 from incumbent Charles Hurdon.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

September 06, 2023 | International Edition

Canada's Fasken Grows Emerging Tech Practice With Hire From Blakes

Marc Shewchun is the Canadian firm's third significant hire in just over a week.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

September 05, 2023 | International Edition

Canadian Legal Tech Companies CiteRight and Jurisage to Merge

The merger of the two companies will create a comprehensive, integrated legal research and drafting solution that is available in Canada and will soon also be available in the U.S.

By Gail J. Cohen

4 minute read

August 31, 2023 | International Edition

Toronto Law School to Return $450,000 Donation to Amazon Amid Criticism Over Transparency

The money to fund research on antitrust and competition issues came at a time when the Canadian government has been taking a hard look at the anti-competitive conduct of e-retailers.

By Gail J. Cohen

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