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].
May 23, 2024 | International Edition
It's a Spring Fever of Lateral Partner Moves at Big Canadian FirmsAt least eight partners in cities across the country have joined new firms just this week.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
May 22, 2024 | International Edition
Partner at Canadian Firm Resigns Amid Furor Over 'Deeply Disturbing' Sexist EmailRob Rakochey quit his Calgary firm after a misogynist and anti-trans email he sent became public.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
May 21, 2024 | International Edition
Osler Lands Prominent Canadian Privacy Law Partners From Borden Ladner GervaisEloise Gratton, who moves along with colleague Francois Joli-Coeur, becomes co-chair of Osler's privacy and data management practice group.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
May 15, 2024 | International Edition
Norton Rose Fulbright Names Longtime Corporate Lawyer as New Managing Partner in MontrealNicolas Labrecque replaces Luc Morin, who was recently appointed as a judge.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
May 14, 2024 | International Edition
Bennett Jones Names New Office Leaders in Vancouver, Montreal, and TorontoAll three new managing partners will continue to practice while running their offices.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
May 07, 2024 | International Edition
Gowling WLG Snags Former Top Lawyer From Canada's Largest Alcohol RetailerJulie Lane spent more than two decades at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario and joins the firm's food and beverage group.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
April 28, 2024 | International Edition
In British Columbia, a Fight Is Raging Over Who Should Regulate LawyersLegal groups in the Canadian province call a new bill that would change the regulatory regime "seriously flawed," arguing that it will put lawyer independence at risk.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
April 23, 2024 | International Edition
Veteran Entertainment Lawyer Takes Over Reins as GC of Canadian Media Company WildBrainMark Trachuk, who has more than 35 years of experience, succeeds James Bishop in the role.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
April 18, 2024 | International Edition
Dentons Loses Corporate Practice Head in Montreal to Miller ThomsonSeon Kang has moved to the national Canadian firm after more than 20 years at the global giant.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
April 16, 2024 | International Edition
Littler Lures Toronto Partner From Ogletree Deakins as Part of Canadian ExpansionStephen Shore said the global labor and employment giant's commitment to growth is part of what attracted him to the firm.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
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