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Chernos Flaherty Svonkin LLP

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

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Chernos Flaherty Svonkin LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - Ontario

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Chernos Flaherty Svonkin is a robust Toronto-based boutique that focuses on civil and commercial dispute resolution. The team is well regarded for its expert litigation practice, as well as its handling of ADR proceedings such as arbitration and mediation. The firm also fields notable corporate commercial litigation experience, with further areas of strength including IP, tax, product and professional liability, and insolvency-related disputes.
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Work Highlights

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  • Chernos Flaherty Svonkin counselled Frank Santaguida and LMD Investments in multiple oppression applications dealing with the management of business held by members of the Santaguida family.

Strengths

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  • The team is very knowledgeable and provides practical advice.

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  • Chernos Flaherty Svonkin really went above and beyond in understanding the matter and getting us prepared.

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  • It is a boutique firm with exceptional lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Patrick D Flaherty
    Patrick D Flaherty

    Patrick D Flaherty

    Patrick Flaherty remains a respected figure in Toronto's commercial litigation market. In addition to single-plaintiff litigation mandates, he handles class actions and arbitration cases.

    • Patrick is very good on his feet. He is an adept cross examiner and orator.

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    • He is an incredibly hardworking and smart lawyer.

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  • David Chernos
    David Chernos

    David Chernos

    David Chernos is a well-regarded lawyer with a varied commercial litigation practice in Ontario. He is particularly noted for his work in insurance and insolvency disputes, with further experience in shareholder disputes, professional liability and estates litigation.

    • He does a high quality job for his client.

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    • David is really sharp.

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    • He is an extremely bright, thoughtful and hardworking guy.

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