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].
August 11, 2024 | International Edition
Former McMillan CEO Joins Construction Giant Aecon in Executive RoleTim Murphy leaves the Canadian law firm after 18 years to take on the position of executive vice president and chief strategic affairs officer.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
August 08, 2024 | International Edition
Former McCarthy Tétrault Partner Wins Unfair-Dismissal CaseThe firm failed to convince a U.K. Employment Tribunal that it fired Allan Reason because it didn't have enough disputes work.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
August 07, 2024 | International Edition
McMillan Brings on Former Bennett Jones Vancouver Leader, McCarthy Tétrault Hires From Sullivan Cromwell and Bennett JonesMcMillan's hire will lead the firm's environmental, social and governance and sustainability group and serve in the newly created role of "client relationship ambassador."
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
August 05, 2024 | International Edition
Environmental Group Launches Greenwashing Complaints Against Lululemon in France and CanadaAs competition regimes around the world look to rein in deceptive environmental claims, multinationals are likely to face investigations in multiple jurisdictions.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
August 04, 2024 | International Edition
Tenure Limits and Ethics Guidelines at the US Supreme Court? Just Look at Canada!Judges on Canada's top court have to retire at age 75 and they adhere to stated ethical principles and guidelines.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
August 02, 2024 | International Edition
Blakes, Stikeman Elliott, Cassels Brock, and Skadden Advise on $4.5 Billion Mining DealGlobal mining giant BHP and Canada's Lunding Mining are looking to South American copper with the acquisition of the exploration company Filo.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
August 01, 2024 | International Edition
Dentons Taps Real Estate Group Head for Vancouver Office LeadershipScott Wilson, who succeeds John Sandrelli, aims to further grow the office on Canada's west coast.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
July 26, 2024 | International Edition
Norton Rose Launches Global Online Guide on the IP of AILawyers and technologists from around the world spent a year creating the guide to help clients stay abreast of using new technology in their businesses.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
July 26, 2024 | International Edition
Canada's Biggest Grocer Agrees to $500 Million Settlement in Bread Price-Fixing SchemeThe settlement still requires a formalized agreement between the parties and court approval scheduled for later in the year, which will also finalize court-approved expenses and lawyers' fees.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
July 22, 2024 | International Edition
Legal Regulator Angers Lawyers After Issuing Only 6-Month Suspension for Lawyer Who Punched Trainee in GroinA Canadian immigration lawyer was slapped with a six-month suspension for assaulting a junior even though it's the fourth time he's been disciplined for misconduct.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
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