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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

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We are adept at handling complex cases for the world’s leading businesses. Our seasoned litigators get results - both in and out of the courtroom.

We develop and execute a litigation strategy that helps you achieve your business objectives, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.

Fasken is recognized as having one of the leading litigation teams in Canada. Our litigators have won major trials and appeals for large multi-national companies in a diverse range of industries, including mining, technology, finance, communications, aviation, health, energy, and life sciences.

With over 150 lawyers, we provide depth of skill and expertise in all types of litigation, including commercial, class action, product liability, white collar crime, construction, arbitration, and defamation. Our experience allows us to anticipate issues before they arise and proactively assess and manage litigation risk.

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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - Ontario

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Fasken's Ontario litigation team regularly assists clients from the transportation, pharmaceutical and financial services sectors with a range of different matters including commercial disputes, securities litigation and white-collar defence. Recognised for its handling of high-profile professional liability disputes, the department holds notable ability in resolving cases through summary judgment motions. The firm operates an active Ottawa litigation practice with significant experience of competition and procurement matters. It also offers robust class action expertise.

Work Highlights

  • Fasken acted for Blacksheep Fund Management in relation to a proxy contest for control of the board of directors of Dye & Durham, a provider of solutions and services to the legal industry.

Strengths

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The team has a willingness and ability to collaborate.

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Fasken provides clear opinions, summations and steps forward related to all issues.

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It is a really talented team that has a strong depth of knowledge.

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Fasken brings a deep intellectual curiosity and passion to its engagements.

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The firm has large coverage across Canada.

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Notable Practitioners

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David A Hausman
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David A Hausman
1
Band 1
David Hausman operates a stellar securities disputes practice from Fasken's Toronto office. He has extensive experience advising on insider trading cases, securities class actions, disputes stemming from failed transactions and OSC investigations.

David has got a wealth of experience across clients that lets him paint a picture that adds value.

David is an excellent litigator and trusted adviser.

His ability to spot an issue, understand it, then know how to manoeuvre. It is incredibly impressive.

David looks for ways to solve the issue and get to a positive outcome.

He knows how to balance regulatory risk with business challenges.

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Brad Moore
4
Brad Moore
4
Band 4

Brad Moore has developed a notable profile in Toronto's securities litigation space. He represents clients in significant investment litigation and contested takeover deals.

He is very practical and solutions-oriented.

Brad is an excellent technical expert and strong adviser.

He is accessible and knowledgeable.

I am always impressed with his ability to manage and navigate complex challenges.

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Jonathan Wansbrough
4
Jonathan Wansbrough
4
Band 4

Jonathan Wansbrough's practice is focused on securities litigation, regulatory enforcement and shareholder liability matters. He is based in Fasken's Toronto office.

He is extremely knowledgeable and responsive.

He has got good relationships with the regulators.

He provides practical and grounded advice that is easy to understand, assess and implement.

Jonathan is an excellent communicator.

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Gerald (“Gerry”) L.R. Ranking
5
Gerald (“Gerry”) L.R. Ranking
5
Band 5

Toronto-based Gerry Ranking is well positioned to act for clients in the financial services industry and demonstrates particular proficiency in audit negligence claims. He has further experience advising on employment matters.

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Sarah Armstrong
6
Sarah Armstrong
6
Band 6

Sarah Armstrong is a partner in Fasken's Toronto office, and currently serves as the chair of Fasken's Ontario litigation and dispute resolution practice group. She is highly experienced in representing corporate clients in class action matters, as well as in professional liability and other commercial disputes.

She is very helpful in positioning us and has made it a positive experience.

Sarah is a very smart and thoughtful lawyer.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Litigation: General Commercial
Gerald (“Gerry”) L.R. Ranking
5
Gerald (“Gerry”) L.R. Ranking
5
Band 5
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Sarah Armstrong
6
Sarah Armstrong
6
Band 6
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Litigation: Securities
David A Hausman
1
David A Hausman
1
Band 1
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Brad Moore
4
Brad Moore
4
Band 4
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Jonathan Wansbrough
4
Jonathan Wansbrough
4
Band 4
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