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Gail J. Cohen

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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July 26, 2024 | International Edition

Canada's Biggest Grocer Agrees to $500 Million Settlement in Bread Price-Fixing Scheme

The 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 Groin

A 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

July 16, 2024 | International Edition

Former Dentons Partner Rejoins Firm After Stint at Hydro-Québec

Alexandre-Philippe Avard returns to firm in the litigation group at its Montreal office.

By Gail J. Cohen

2 minute read

July 15, 2024 | International Edition

McCarthy, Blakes, A&O Shearman and Davis Polk Advise on $3.4B Sale of Iconic Canadian Steel Business to US Steel Producer

Under the deal, Stelco will keep its headquarters in Canada and will retain Canadian representation on its management team.

By Gail J. Cohen

4 minute read

July 07, 2024 | International Edition

Overhaul of Canada's Competition Regime a 'Revolution,' Not a Mere Tuneup

An overhaul of Canada's competition laws has created uncertainty and unpredictability, and lawyers say it could chill business growth and investment.

By Gail J. Cohen

4 minute read

July 04, 2024 | International Edition

Blakes and McCarthys Advise on $1.35B Canadian Medical Testing Lab Sale to Quest Diagnostics

Major pension plan OMERS to sell off LifeLabs, which it has owned since 2007.

By Gail J. Cohen

2 minute read

July 02, 2024 | International Edition

Growing Littler Toronto Office Gets 5-Lawyer Boost

Latest hires at global labor and employment firm part of post-holiday burst of lawyer moves across Canada.

By Gail J. Cohen

4 minute read

July 02, 2024 | International Edition

Canadian University Suing Individual Protesters for Damage Over Pro-Palestine Encampments

A Baker McKenzie team has taken a unique tack in the university's efforts to deal with student activists taking over university property.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read

June 23, 2024 | International Edition

Canadian Lawyers Eyeing 'Robust' Deal Scene for Rest of 2024

Interest rate stability and a relatively weak currency are laying the foundation for an uptick in activity.

By Gail J. Cohen

5 minute read

June 18, 2024 | International Edition

Littler Brings In Third Toronto Partner in Two Months

Spring lateral frenzy has slowed down a bit but Littler Mendelson, Gowling WLG, and Borden Ladner Gervais have all welcomed new lawyers in the last week.

By Gail J. Cohen

3 minute read