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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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March 23, 2023 | North America
Former Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Joins Toronto Firm Goodmans as Counsel
After three decades on the bench, Michael Moldaver says he still wants to keep his hand in the practice of law.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
March 20, 2023 | North America
Osler Grabs Another Senior Partner from Rival Bennett Jones in Calgary
Vivek Warrier joins Osler's energy group in the latest big firm move in Canada's energy heartland.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
March 20, 2023 | North America
Salaries and Flexibility Are Top Priorities for Canadian Legal Professionals, Says New Survey
Concerns over the rising cost of living are spurring 60% of legal professionals to want a pay raise this year.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
March 20, 2023 | North America
Mintz Opening First Office Outside US in Toronto With 5 High-Profile Partners
Three practice leaders from the top Bay Street firm Torys, as well as partners from Dentons Canada and Wilson Sonsini, will launch the U.S. firm's Canadian office.
By Gail J. Cohen
6 minute read
March 16, 2023 | North America
Tired of Big Law Life, Top IP Lawyer Jumps to Small 6-Person Shop
May Cheng spent almost 30 years at some of Canada's biggest firms but now wants to do things her way.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
March 14, 2023 | North America
Hockey May Be Canada's Sport but This Week Basketball Is a Slam Dunk for One Canadian Firm
"Blakes Madness" has become a popular all-day event in Toronto that brings lawyers and clients together during the U.S. college basketball March Madness tournament.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
March 10, 2023 | North America
Prominent Duo in Montreal Startup Community Jump to Osler From Fasken
Christian Jacques and Jean-Nicolas Delage launched Fasken's emerging and high-growth practice in 2010 but said they needed a bigger, national team to grow.
By Gail J. Cohen
4 minute read
March 9, 2023 | North America
Are Critical Minerals the Next Battleground in Western Sanctions Against Russia?
Even without sanctions, companies and legal advisers have a moral imperative to ensure their money doesn't go to support tyrants, panelists at a global conference said.
By Gail J. Cohen
5 minute read
March 7, 2023 | North America
Canadian Law Firm and Big Bank Work Together on Program to Reintegrate Women Lawyers Into Workforce
Blake Cassels & Graydon, along with CIBC, offer a 10-month work and resume-building scheme for lawyers who have taken a career break.
By Gail J. Cohen
3 minute read
March 6, 2023 | North America
Osler Nabs Veteran Regulatory and Environmental Law Co-Chair From Bennett Jones
Deirdre Sheehan leaves Bennett Jones after more than 20 years.
By Gail J. Cohen
2 minute read
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