Torys has a strong dispute resolution team in Ontario, with particular expertise in shareholder defence and activism disputes in addition to commercial disputes. The group frequently advises high-net-worth individuals on litigation risk mitigation and crisis management. At the helm of the practice, Linda Plumpton is the go-to advisor for class action defence, securities and competition litigation. Practice co-head Sarah Whitmore is a key contact for financial institutions, technology companies and investors, and Andrew Bernstein focuses on public law and appellate work. Sheila Block has extensive experience in commercial litigation, intellectual property and defamation cases, whilst Gillian Dingle exhibits skill in civil litigation related to corporate and securities law.
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‘Creativity, thoroughness, willingness to dig into the facts.’
‘The Torys team has put tremendous effort into understanding the complexities of our business. They have worked efficiently and effectively by engaging the right lawyers at the right levels. They have been excellent legal, business and strategic partners, and very strong advocates for our organization.’
‘Very strong client relationship skills. Excellent advocacy ability and making complex problems simple. Partners and associates are responsive and hard-working. They care about their clients and the outcomes that they produce. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to hire really good counsel.’
‘It is a combination of compassion, intelligence, and hard work. The chase down all issues and provide quality advice as a result. They also listen and remain open to different ideas than their own. The encourage and team environment with their clients which allows them to build good relationships and get the best results.’
Key clients
- Eton Park Capital Management, Petersen Energía Inversora, S.A.U., Petersen Energía, S.A.U. Eton Park Master Fund, Ltd., Eton Park Fund, L.P.
- Mithaq Canada Inc.
- KSV Kofman Inc.
- Anson Group Canada, Anson Investments LP, Anson Capital LP, Anson Investments Master Fund LP, Anson Advisors Inc., Anson Catalyst Master Fund LP
- Vienna Insurance Group
- Canadian National Railway
- The Detroit International Bridge Company and Canadian Transit Company
Work highlights
Representing Eton Park Capital Management and the other Applicants, Petersen Energía Inversora, S.A.U., Petersen Energía, S.A.U. Eton Park Master Fund, Ltd., Eton Park Fund, L.P. in an application to enforce a $16bn Southern District of New York (SDNY) Judgment issued against the Republic of Argentina.
Acting as counsel to Mithaq in its C$308m unsolicited takeover bid to acquire all the outstanding shares of Aimia Inc. (“Aimia”) not already owned by Mithaq.
Acting for KSV Kofman (now KSV Restructuring) on various matters, including as the court officer in the CCAA proceedings of Bondfield Construction Company Limited, a family-owned Canadian construction company, and in its capacity as receiver and trustee-in-bankruptcy of Forma-Con, a subsidiary of Bondfield.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Linda Plumpton; Sarah Whitmore
Other key lawyers
Andrew Bernstein; Sheila Block; Gillian Dingle