How to defend class action proceedings
During the Canadian Defence Lawyers Annual General Meeting and Conference in Toronto, Halifax partner Scott Campbell reviewed the procedures and strategies for defending class actions, as well as provided an assessment of the recent trends within this area of law.
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In light of the COVID-19 Alert Level 5 in Newfoundland and Labrador announced on Friday, February 12th, our St. John’s office has, once again, implemented its remote work plan. This means our office is physically…
Read MoreIt is with great sadness that the Firm announces the passing of St. John’s partner Chris Lewis after a courageous battle with cancer. Chris began his career as a summer student in the St. John’s…
Read MoreThe Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (“STEP”) has chosen Richard Niedermayer, TEP, as a 2021 recipient of the STEP Founder’s Award for Outstanding Achievement, making him one of only two Canadians to be acknowledged…
Read MoreIn an article for Canadian Lawyer, Managing Partner, Halifax, Rebecca Saturley discusses some of the ways employers can address mental stress while working, whether from the office or home. She stresses the importance of creating…
Read MoreWe welcome our newest Saint John associate, Sarah-Jane Hasenauer-Kinsley, to the Firm. Sarah-Jane will help our litigation clients with the issues they face.
Read MoreHalifax partner and president of the Harvard Club of Atlantic Canada, Daniela Bassan, QC, helped lead a conversation with Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel, during a Harvard Business School Alumni event. Stéphane discussed his inspiring and…
Read MoreSt. John’s partner Greg Moores will be formally inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers (“CCCL”), during an annual meeting in May, to be held virtually. The CCCL is comprised of…
Read MoreHalifax partner Mark Tector was interviewed recently on CBC’s Information Morning about what employers and employees should know about COVID-19 vaccines. He sheds light on whether or not workplaces can introduce a policy that makes…
Read MoreWe are pleased to announce the appointment of new Managing Partners in our St. John’s, Charlottetown and Fredericton offices, effective January 1, 2021. Managing Partners play a significant leadership role in our local offices, entrusted…
Read MoreLara Greenough of the Fredericton office is welcomed as Stewart McKelvey’s newest partner, effective January 1, 2021. Called to the bar in 2013, Lara focuses on administrative, commercial, civil and employment law. She has appeared…
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