Troubles, Tricks and Tragedies: Financial Abuse of Powers of Attorney
It is difficult to believe that siblings or trusted friends could abuse a position of trust and confidence. You might discover that your parents’ foreign property has been transferred to […]
WeirFoulds Partner W.A. Derry Millar to Receive 2014 Law Society Medal
WeirFoulds LLP is delighted to announce that our Partner Derry Millar has been chosen to receive a 2014 Law Society Medal. The Medal was established in 1985 by the Law Society of Upper Canada to honour outstanding lawyers in Ontario who provide exceptional service, whether in a particular area of practice, in the academic sphere, or in some other professional capacity.
WeirFoulds Partners Kenneth Prehogan and Kim Mullin Achieve Significant Win for Midland Resources Holding Limited in Alleged Fraud Case
WeirFoulds LLP congratulates partners Kenneth Prehogan and Kim Mullin and their co-counsel Symon Zucker, who obtained a judgment of over $46 million for their client Midland Resources Holding Limited, a […]
Sneaking and Peeking: The Future of Securities Investigation Has Arrived
In the 1983 classic Scarface, Tony Montana was recorded laundering millions of dollars by a video camera disguised as a clock. His captors understood one important lesson: capturing sophisticated criminals […]
Quiz: Make sure policies comply with law of the land
Employment policies help employers clarify their expectations to their employees. Policies also help establish guidelines for dealing with day-to-day issues such as vacation, overtime, sick leave, and use of social […]
How to avoid family litigation after you die
It may seem illogical to pose the question: “How to avoid family litigation after you die?” given the obvious: you’re dead. However, after you are gone, family members can end […]
Risks of International Tort Litigation at Home
Many Canadian companies with global operations are unacquainted with the risks of domestic tort litigation as a result of their business activities in foreign countries. While there has been increased […]
Congratulations to our Partner Caroline E. Abela
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Caroline Abela has been named a 2013 Lexpert® Rising Star. This award honours Canada’s Leading Lawyers Under 40 from law firms and in-house, paying […]
The Recovery of Stolen Assets in Canada: Civil and Criminal Remedies
In Canada, the fraud victim has four avenues that would aid in the recovery of the stolen funds: (1) the pursuit of civil remedies; (2) the pursuit of criminal remedies; […]
Government support key to prompt payment
During the Council of Ontario Construction Associations’ (COCA) recent Construction Day at Queen’s Park, prompt payment was the number one topic of conversation, reported Glenn Ackerley, a partner in WeirFoulds […]
Quiz: Governance and Regulatory Issues
There are a myriad of statutes, regulations, rules, policies, and documents which govern the day-today activities of individuals, businesses, institutions, and other organizations operating throughout Canada and abroad. Watch the […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Abdul-Basit Khan
We are pleased to announce that Abdul-Basit Khan (“ABK”) has joined the Firm in a leading role in the firm’s employment and labour practice. ABK has been practising management-side employment […]
Congratulations to our Partner Lori M. Duffy
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Lori M. Duffy, has been selected as a recipient of the 2013 Lexpert Zenith Awards, honouring Women Leaders in the Legal Profession. This year, […]
WeirFoulds expands GTA footprint
WeirFoulds LLP is expanding its presence in the Greater Toronto Area as it joins forces with a firm in Oakville, Ontario. Click here for the complete article.
WeirFoulds LLP joins forces with Townsend and Associates
The lawyers and staff of Townsend and Associates will join WeirFoulds effective September 30, 2013. Both firms are among the top planning and development firms in the GTA. Lyn Townsend […]