Department profile
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada


Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt has a strong pedigree in domestic commercial litigation and ADR matters, with clients benefiting from the firm's expert group of litigation and arbitration lawyers. The firm offers further expertise in international arbitration under all major institutional rules in both treaty and commercial claims, notably in construction and energy matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Osler defended for Re:Sound, a not-for-profit music licensing company, in a breach of contract, agency and oppression claim brought by the ACTRA union of professional performers. The firm successfully stayed the claim based upon an arbitration clause in the primary agreement.

Strengths

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  • The team at Osler's has extensive experience and knowledge in international commercial arbitration. It's a very strong, experienced, cooperative and knowledgeable litigation team.

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  • The team at Osler's think and advise strategically and proactively. They are respected, knowledgeable and grounded in integrity.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Lauren Tomasich
    Band 3Lauren Tomasich

    Lauren Tomasich

    Lauren Tomasich is commended for her arbitration practice. She advises on domestic and international proceedings.

    • Lauren Tomasich is respected by her peers and known as a careful, strategic thinker and a fighter in the hearing room.

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  • Band 3Sonia Bjorkquist
    Band 3Sonia Bjorkquist

    Sonia Bjorkquist

    Sonia Bjorkquist is based in Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt's Toronto office. She regularly acts for clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Sonia is also the chair of the firm's national disputes department.

    • Sonia is fabulous with strategy.

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    • She is always meticulously prepared. Sonia Bjorkquist brings a thorough mastery of all aspects of her case to bear on her advocacy.

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Ranked Individuals at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP (2)

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