Client Newsletter – Fall 2014
Welcome to the Fall 2014 edition of our Client Update Newsletter. Here we provide you with articles on recent developments in business law from a WeirFoulds perspective, and always with […]
International Law Conference to Explore Global Collaboration
WeirFoulds partner Nikiforos Iatrou introduces new format for 2014 North America Forum in Vancouver presented by the American Bar Association’s Section of International Law, covering global collaboration and foreign litigation, […]
Best Lawyers® International recognizes WeirFoulds’ Bryan Finlay, QC as Lawyer of the Year in Bet-the-Company Litigation
Bryan Finlay is among 24 WeirFoulds lawyers listed in the 2015 edition of the Best Lawyers® International directory – one of Canada’s most highly regarded legal directories. The “Lawyer of the Year” accolade is especially significant, as only a single lawyer in each practice area and region receives the honour.
“Canada” in Global Legal Insights – Litigation & Dispute Resolution 3rd Ed.
Efficiency and integrity of the Canadian courts The cornerstone of the Canadian legal system is based on two principles: (1) the rule of law; and (2) the independence of the […]
Congratulations to our partner Clare Burns, recognized with a 2014 Lexpert Zenith Award for excellence in estate and tax planning
We are delighted to announce that Clare Burns has been selected as a recipient of the 2014 Lexpert Zenith Award for her work in estate and personal tax planning. This year the award recognizes lawyers called between 1986 and 2000 who have demonstrated excellence and thought leadership in their respective practice area – setting new standards for the profession.
Licence to Steal: Caroline Abela on Power of Attorney Abuse
Power of attorney abuse is one of the fastest growing crimes against seniors. On July 31, 2014, Partner Caroline Abela appeared on CHCH’s SquareOff to explain: How power of attorney […]
Partner Frank Walwyn on Career Success, Diversity and Mentoring
Partner Frank Walwyn reflects on his career success, the value of diversity in business and the “culture of mentorship” at WeirFoulds in Summer 2014 edition of the Ontario Bar Association’s […]
WeirFoulds Welcomes Alan Bromstein
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Alan Bromstein to the firm where he will be continuing his advisory and advocacy practice for regulatory colleges and other clients.
Partner Caroline Abela Speaks Out on Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse
To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela has given a series of media interviews.
Partner Caroline Abela Speaks to CTV News about Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse
To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela appeared on “Canada AM” on CTV News airing July 8, 2014. Caroline is a partner with […]
Partner Caroline Abela Speaks to CBC Radio about Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse
To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela appeared on CBC Radio’s “Here and Now” airing in Toronto and “All in a Day” airing […]
Troubles, Tricks and Tragedies: Financial Abuse of Powers of Attorney
It is difficult to believe that siblings or trusted friends could abuse a position of trust and confidence. You might discover that your parents’ foreign property has been transferred to […]
WeirFoulds Partner W.A. Derry Millar to Receive 2014 Law Society Medal
WeirFoulds LLP is delighted to announce that our Partner Derry Millar has been chosen to receive a 2014 Law Society Medal. The Medal was established in 1985 by the Law Society of Upper Canada to honour outstanding lawyers in Ontario who provide exceptional service, whether in a particular area of practice, in the academic sphere, or in some other professional capacity.
WeirFoulds Partners Kenneth Prehogan and Kim Mullin Achieve Significant Win for Midland Resources Holding Limited in Alleged Fraud Case
WeirFoulds LLP congratulates partners Kenneth Prehogan and Kim Mullin and their co-counsel Symon Zucker, who obtained a judgment of over $46 million for their client Midland Resources Holding Limited, a […]
Sneaking and Peeking: The Future of Securities Investigation Has Arrived
In the 1983 classic Scarface, Tony Montana was recorded laundering millions of dollars by a video camera disguised as a clock. His captors understood one important lesson: capturing sophisticated criminals […]