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 […]
Quick Question: Opinions on Amendments to Credit Agreements
Q: Do I need an opinion from borrower’s counsel on an amendment to an existing credit agreement? A: Opinions from borrower’s counsel are routinely provided on the due authorization, execution, […]
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 […]
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 […]
CSA Amendments to Simplify Reports of Exempt Distribution – Bulletin
On July 19, 2018, the Canadian Securities Administrators (“CSA“) published final amendments (“Amendments“) to National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions (“NI 45-106“) and its related Companion Policy that will amend […]
WeirFoulds Partner Rob Eberschlag recognized in Lexpert Leading Canadian Lawyers in Global Mining
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner, Rob Eberschlag, has been listed in the 2018/19 edition of the Lexpert Leading Canadian Lawyers in Global Mining. Rob is a well-regarded corporate and […]
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 […]
Anti-SLAPP Legislation Tested at the Court of Appeal
On August 30, 2018, the Ontario Court of Appeal released six unanimous decisions that address Ontario’s “anti-SLAPP” legislation.[1] SLAPPs – Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation – are actions brought to […]
The Role of Risk Management in Regulation
We live in a society that assumes risks can be both anticipated and controlled. If there is a failure to foresee and prevent harm (to fail to control the risk) […]