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].
June 17, 2021 | International Edition
KPMG Law Nabs Top Occupational Health and Safety PartnerNorm Keith said he left the partnership at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin, one of Canada's biggest firms, for a late-career chance to offer clients more holistic services.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
June 14, 2021 | International Edition
Cozen O'Connor Expands in Canada With 4-Lawyer Team From Cassels Brock & BlackwellThe lawyers, who will work out of the firm's Toronto and Vancouver offices, will focus on intellectual property, securities litigation, white-collar defense and investigations, product liability and commercial litigation practices.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
June 03, 2021 | International Edition
Lateral Moves at Canadian Law Firms the Highest in Decades—and US Firms Aren't HelpingWhile Canadian firms are vying with each other for talent, they also have to contend with U.S. firms that are actively seeking out cross-border hires.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
June 01, 2021 | International Edition
Canadian Corporate Lawyer Launches Practical Training Program for Young LawyersThe 4L Academy will teach the nitty-gritty of corporate law and litigation while aiming to combat the stress and anxiety many young lawyers feel.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
May 25, 2021 | International Edition
Arent Fox Hires Top Canadian Trade Partner to Head Canada Legal PracticeRiyaz Dattu joins the U.S. firm with more than 35 years of international experience, most recently at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
May 21, 2021 | International Edition
Father-Son Litigation Team Win Precedent-Setting Terrorism Case Against Iran GovernmentA Canadian court ruled that the shooting down of a Ukrainian Airlines flight near Tehran was an intentional terrorist act, opening the door to compensation for victims' families.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
May 17, 2021 | International Edition
Despite Ongoing COVID Restrictions, Canada's Biggest Law Firms Are ThrivingHot capital markets, labor and employment practices and more have led to some of the busiest months ever.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
May 07, 2021 | International Edition
Borden Ladner Gervais Acquires Regulatory Compliance Firm in First Significant Canadian Law Firm Shuffle in YearsAUM Law will be folded into the BLG Beyond portfolio of alternative legal services.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Newly Merged Cannabis Giant Tilray Names Dara Redler as Interim Head of LegalIn her role, she will oversee the strategic global growth of Tilray and all its subsidiaries.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Rimôn Enters Canadian Market With New Office in MontrealThe fast-growing alternative firm now has a presence in 11 countries.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
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