With a particularly active dispute resolution practice in Ontario, Bennett Jones LLP remains at the forefront of litigation in the energy, mining and aviation industries. Cheryl Woodin leads the team, offering a wealth of experience in class action defence and multi-jurisdictional litigation. Richard Swan has notable expertise in insolvency litigation and arbitrations, whilst Robert Staley is an authority on securities regulation and litigation. Focusing on shareholder disputes and professional negligence cases, Jonathan Bell is another name to note. Jeffrey Leon and James Patterson retired from the firm in December 2024. All lawyers mentioned work in Toronto.
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Key clients
- Tahakom Investments Company
- Travelers Insurance
- Pharmascience Inc.
- Katanga Mining
- Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
- Bridging Funds
- Orion Resource Partners
- Robert William Pollock
- Tacora Resources
- KingSett Real Estate
- Flair Airlines
- Bolt Technologies
Lawyers
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Practice head
Cheryl Woodin
Other key lawyers
Richard Swan; Robert Staley; Jonathan Bell