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].
April 27, 2021 | International Edition
Canadian Law Firms Bet on Growth in Gaming Practices as Government Moves Toward Legalizing Sports WageringImpending legislation will mean more opportunities for regulated, legalized betting and increased work for gaming lawyers.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
April 22, 2021 | International Edition
Ontario Approves 5-Year Pilot Program for Nonlawyer-Run Entities to Offer Legal ServicesRegulatory bodies are moving to find new ways to deliver access to justice to the majority of consumers who can't or won't get legal help.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
April 22, 2021 | International Edition
COVID Case Spikes Cause Shutdowns at Canada's Busiest CourtsIn-person and virtual hearings in Ontario are being deferred until at least May 7.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
April 22, 2021 | International Edition
Canadian Law Firms Reap Rewards as Capital Markets at Busiest Since 2006High deal numbers mean law firms are on a hiring spree. But finding new talent is not so easy.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
April 13, 2021 | International Edition
Former ICC President to Train Next Generation of Lawyers in New Law School RoleChile Eboe-Osuji is returning to Toronto to join the faculty of Ryerson University Law School. "Design flaws" in humans mean there will always be a need for international criminal justice courts and lawyers, he says.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
April 12, 2021 | International Edition
Canadian Law Firms Ready for Growth Potential of Legalized Mexican Marijuana MarketCanada's seasoned cannabis legal experts and large cannabis companies are eyeing new opportunities once recreational use gets the government go-ahead in Mexico.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
April 09, 2021 | International Edition
Longest-Serving Supreme Court Justice of Canada Appointed to Professorship at Harvard Law SchoolInternationally renowned Justice Rosalie Abella is known for her decisions and theories on equality, human rights and constitutional law.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
March 31, 2021 | International Edition
Canadian Law Students Face Another Virtual Summer. Law Firms Are ReadyMany of the country's large firms are applying lessons learned last year, having discovered that virtual training programs have benefits.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
March 23, 2021 | International Edition
Under Shadow of COVID, Blakes Tops Canadian Law Firm Brand Index for 6th Consecutive YearCanadian law firm clients indicated they value proactive, partner-driven outreach in which their firms provide a holistic approach to their business.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
March 22, 2021 | International Edition
Toronto Litigation Boutique Launches Data Analytics Program for ClientsThe firm said it decided to develop the program because there is a dearth of predictive analytics in Canada.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
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