Litigation: General Commercial

Cassels Brock & Blackwell operates a distinguished practice in the securities litigation space in Ontario, where it is particularly sought out for its expert representation in class action suits. The firm lists a range of financial institutions among its clients, as well as high-profile current and former company directors and corporations in sectors such as mining, leisure and cannabis. The Toronto-based team demonstrates considerable expertise in internal investigations, including those stemming from whistle-blower complaints and securities regulatory proceedings.

Interviewees comment: "Cassels is client-focused and the entire team seems able to provide intelligent, strategic and proportionate advice."

A team led by Lara Jackson represented Tahoe Resources and its former CEO in class proceedings alleging securities fraud.

Toronto-based Lara Jackson impresses for her leadership in a number of high-profile litigation files, including those for clients in the mining and cannabis sectors. She is particularly well known for her expertise in securities.
"She did a really good job of getting up to speed and understanding the case." "Lara Jackson is a very analytical and thoughtful litigator, and she looks after her clients well."