WeirFoulds Partner David S. Brown establishes the Mac Urquhart PhD Award in Economics at Queen’s University
We are pleased to announce that Partner and Chair of the Private Equity Group, David S. Brown, has established the Mac Urquhart PhD Award in Economics at Queen’s University. Established […]
WeirFoulds is proud to continue to support the “From Her Lips to Our Ears” event hosted by the Women’s Brain Health Initiative
WeirFoulds is proud to continue to support the Women’s Brain Health Initiative “From Her Lips to Our Ears” conversation and cocktail reception. The event will be held at The Ritz-Carlton […]
WeirFoulds recognized in 2019 Chambers Canada Guide
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the firm has once again been recognized in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business. In the 2019 edition, three of our partners are […]
When the Deal Goes South: Deposits, Unconscionability, and Relief from Forfeiture
Recent cases from the Ontario Court of Appeal address issues regarding deposits in failed purchase and sale transactions. An examination of these cases provides guidance regarding the circumstances in which […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Marie-Pier Nadeau to the Subrogation & Recovery Practice Group
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Marie-Pier Nadeau has joined the firm as a part of the Subrogation & Recovery Practice Group. Marie-Pier has a thorough understanding of the insurance […]
Misnomers and Misdescriptions: The “Litigation Finger Test” to the Rescue!
In the last month, the Court of Appeal decided two cases based on the “litigation finger test”.[1] The litigation finger test can assist a plaintiff in cases of misdescription or misnomer of […]
Beyond borders: Where in the world is… Kayla Theeuwen?
WeirFoulds Associate Kayla Theeuwen has packed her bags and jetted off to Jamaica. No, not for a client matter – this trip is different from the ones she has been […]
WeirFoulds Partners Listed in Lexpert Report On Business – Infrastructure Special Edition 2018
We are pleased to announce that five partners are listed in the 2018 Lexpert Special Edition on Canada’s Leading Infrastructure Lawyers. The Lexpert Special Edition – Infrastructure profiles a diverse […]
WeirFoulds Partner Frank Walwyn will speak at the OECS Bar Association’s Regional Law Conference in St. Kitts
WeirFoulds Partner Frank Walwyn will speak at the OECS Bar Association’s 15th Regional Law Conference in St. Kitts, which runs from September 14-16, 2018. The theme of this year’s conference […]
WeirFoulds welcomes two new associates
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome two new associates to the firm. Eva Guo joins the firm with a focus on securities and corporate law. Kate Stephens joins the firm with […]
Government “Policy” Decisions Do Not Always Trump Judicial Review
A change in government and its policies can impact business dramatically, and often with unintended consequences. In some cases, the result is intended. In matters of a commercial nature that […]
WeirFoulds welcomes four new associates
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that four new associates have joined our team of lawyers this month after summering and articling at the firm. We are excited to welcome back […]
WeirFoulds Associate Kayla Theeuwen comments on risk of public registers in British overseas territories
In a recent article in Financier Worldwide, “UK targets overseas territories transparency“, Associate Kayla Theeuwen shared her views about the imposition of public registers in British overseas territories (OTs) and […]
Partner Caroline Abela appointed Member-at-Large of the CBA’s Wills, Estates and Trusts section executive
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner, Caroline Abela, has been appointed to the role of Member-at-Large of the Canadian Bar Association’s Wills, Estates and Trusts section executive. As a […]
WeirFoulds Partner Recognized as Leading Lawyer in 2018 Lexpert Special Edition – Energy
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner, Robert Warren, is listed in the 2018 Lexpert® Special Edition – Energy, as a leading lawyer in the category. Robert is one of […]