Bennett Jones LLP

Among the broadest international trade offerings in Canada, Bennett Jones LLP is a popular choice for trade litigation, including trade remedies and WTO dispute settlement, while also excelling in compliance, trade policy and government procurement. From Toronto, Sabrina Bandali heads the group and brings expertise in trade disputes, customs law, economic sanctions, export controls and supply chain-related issues. Bandali recently acted alongside the arbitration practice to represent two Australian claimants (Hancock Prospecting and Riversdale Resources) in a C$2bn investor-state claim under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Other key contacts include Toronto-based Jessica Horwitz, who advises on international trade, customs, import and export regulation and economic sanctions; Toronto-based George Reid, whose work spans international trade, procurement and national security; and Ottawa-based Alison FitzGerald, who focuses on international arbitration, trade and investment matters. Former department head Darrel Pearson recently retired.