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Overview

We develop and execute a litigation strategy that helps you achieve your business objectives, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.

Fasken is recognized as having one of the leading litigation teams in Canada. Our litigators have won major trials and appeals for large multi-national companies in a diverse range of industries, including mining, technology, finance, communications, aviation, health, energy, and life sciences. Our lawyers are ranked top in their field by several publications, including Chambers Global, Benchmark Litigation and Best Lawyers.

With over 150 lawyers, we provide depth of skill and expertise in all types of litigation, including commercial, class action, product liability, white collar crime, construction, arbitration, and defamation. Our experience allows us to anticipate issues before they arise and proactively assess and manage litigation risk.

Our clients’ cases have lasting impacts. Watch our video to see some of the cases in which we executed successful strategies to achieve our clients’ business goals

Fasken is regularly retained in interprovincial and cross-border matters. We have offices on three continents and have trusted relationships with other law firms across the world. Our team is qualified in both common law and civil law; many of us are bilingual, and among us we speak many languages. We provide seamless representation in multiple provinces - an offering that differentiates us from others. You can learn more about our strong presence in the U.S. by visiting our U.S. market Litigation page

Our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team responds to conflicts with a custom and practical approach. When it matters most – we deliver.

Browse our recent work, or contact any of our lawyers to discuss how we can help.  

Areas of Expertise

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution, Fasken is recognized as having one of the leading ADR teams in Canada. Our team members have experience advocating for clients in disputes administered by all of the major domestic and international arbitral institutions and advising on ad hoc arbitration and mediation processes.
  • Class Actions, Our underlying objective is to bring the simplest possible case to court. To do this, we use our pre-existing knowledge of class action rules and procedures, and acquire the knowledge of the facts that puts us in control of the issues.
  • Commercial Litigation, At Fasken, we believe that effective advocacy begins and ends with listening to our clients and achieving their objectives.
  • Construction Litigation, Our litigation lawyers have a thorough knowledge of Canadian construction practices and processes. Many of our lawyers have engineering and mining experience, which gives them an understanding and ability that goes beyond the law.
  • Critical Situations, Fasken’s Integrated Critical Situations Team is a multi-disciplinary group of highly motivated practitioners with proven experience and a national and transnational profile in securities law, corporate governance and all forms of capital markets litigation.
  • Defamation & Media, Fasken is recognized for our work in landmark defamation cases, including several heard by the Supreme Court of Canada that further defined the rights of mass media and continue to influence government policy.
  • International Arbitration, We offer cost-effective services and sophisticated international arbitration expertise, backed by the bench-strength of our litigation group.
  • Product Liability, Our lawyers work with manufacturers around the world to identify and mitigate business and legal risk in Canada and elsewhere. We make it our business to understand your industry, your business, and the particular commercial, regulatory, insurance and litigation risks you face. We can help you manufacture and sell your products in Canada and around the world safely, predictably and profitably. Through our expertise in crisis management, recalls and regulatory compliance, we can guide you through times of uncertainty. Where litigation arises, our litigators are skilled and experienced in providing robust and strategic defences to manufacturers and their insurers in a broad range of disputes including product liability, mass tort, commercial and class action claims.
  • Securities Litigation, No matter how experienced your organization’s leadership, the turbulent economy, increasingly competitive marketplace and frequent regulatory changes can impact your ability to function efficiently and effectively.
  • White Collar Defence and Investigations, Our team is known for the depth of its practice, its expertise in high profile and delicate matters, and its experience in court.

Achievements

  • Ranked nationwide in Dispute Resolution (Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations), The Globe and Mail 2022 to 2026
  • Recognized in Alternative Dispute Resolution, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2020 to 2026
  • Recognized in South Africa in Arbitration and Mediation, Best Lawyers 2026
  • Ranked nationwide as top tier (Tier 1) in Dispute Resolution in British Columbia, Legal 500 2018 to 2026
  • Recognized in Class Actions Litigation, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2020 to 2026
  • Ranked nationwide in Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Defence), Chambers Canada 2018 to 2026
  • Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in Class Actions, Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2020 to 2026
  • Recognized in Corporate and Commercial Litigation, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2020 to 2026
  • Ranked nationwide in Litigation: General Commercial, Chambers Canada 2016 to 2026
  • Recognized in Defamation and Media Law, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2020 to 2026
The Globe and Mail The Globe and Mail Ranked nationwide in Dispute Resolution (Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations) This award is presented by The Globe and Mail and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

Team

Primary Contacts
  • Laura F. Cooper, Partner | LEADER, LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION, Toronto, ON, +1 416 865 5471, [email protected]
  • Eric Simard, Partner | CO-LEADER, LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION, Montréal, QC, +1 514 397 5147, [email protected]
  • Jonathan Lim, Partner | Co-Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Vancouver, BC, +1 604 631 4823, [email protected]
  • Gulu Punia, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Calgary, AB, +1 403 261 5509, [email protected]
  • Rakhee Bhoora, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Johannesburg, +27 11 586 6076, [email protected]
  • Peter N. Mantas, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Leader, Procurement and Government Contracts, Ottawa, ON | London, +1 613 696 6886, [email protected]
Laura Cooper Toronto Lawyer Laura F. Cooper Partner | LEADER, LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION Toronto, ON +1 416 865 5471
Eric Simard, Partner | CO-LEADER, LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION Eric Simard Partner | CO-LEADER, LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION Montréal, QC +1 514 397 5147
Jonathan Lim, Partner | Co-Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Jonathan Lim Partner | Co-Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Vancouver, BC +1 604 631 4823
Gulu Punia, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution Gulu Punia Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution Calgary, AB +1 403 261 5509
Rakhee Bhoora, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution Rakhee Bhoora Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution Johannesburg +27 11 586 6076
Peter Mantas Ottawa Lawyer Peter N. Mantas Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Leader, Procurement and Government Contracts Ottawa, ON London +1 613 696 6886
+44 20 7917 8519

Experience

  • Sandoz Inc. defeats certification of proposed competition class action, [Case - Sandoz Canada Inc.], Sandoz defeats certification in major competition class action.
  • Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. defeats certification of proposed competition class action, [Case - Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc and Lupin Pharma Canada Inc], Lupin defeats certification in major competition class action
  • La Ronde to be acquired by EPR Properties, [Deal - Six Flags], Sale of La Ronde to ERP Properties.
  • Supreme Court of Canada annuls federal election result in the Terrebonne riding, [Case - The candidate Adrienne Charles], Contested election of a Member of Parliament in the last federal election.
  • Air Canada secures favourable arbitration outcome in national flight attendant wage dispute, [Case - Air Canada], Canada’s largest airline prevails in binding arbitration ending nationwide flight attendant wage dispute.
  • BC Hydro successfully resists Surrey’s application for leave to appeal the BC Utilities Commission’s order setting terms of use for BC Hydro facilities on municipal land, [Case - BC Hydro and Power Authority], BC Hydro wins court dispute against City of Surrey
  • Freedom Pet Supplies Inc. acquires Trueman Distribution Ltd., [Deal - Freedom Pet Supplies Inc.], Acquisition of Trueman Distribution Ltd. by Freedom Pet Supplies Inc.
  • Supreme Court of Canada rules in favour of Toronto homeowners in landmark adverse possession case, [Case - Pawel Kosicki and Megan Munro], Supreme Court clarifies that adverse possession applies to municipal land, siding with Toronto homeowners in a landmark property law case.
  • Phaneuf v 0896459 B.C. Ltd., [Case - Norman Phaneuf and Bradley Phaneuf], Court dismisses counterclaim; trial set for rectification of share rights and restrictions.

Knowledge

  • Secession Referendum Halted: Alberta Must Consult First Nations Before Proceeding, 5/28/2026
  • Why Consumer AI Tools May Destroy Confidentiality and Privilege, Before You Even Realise it, 5/14/2026
  • CRA Updates Guidance on Third-Party Penalties, 5/14/2026
  • Dispute Resolution Clauses - 2 Minute Drafting Tips: Bulletin #9: Attorning to Court Jurisdiction Doesn’t Mix Well with an Arbitration Clause, 4/9/2026
  • Forensic Reports Are Not Automatically Privileged, Says the SCA, 4/8/2026
  • Commentary on the Decision in Jean c. Municipalité de Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka: Superior Court Condemns Municipal Bad Faith and Upholds Landowners’ Legitimate Expectations, 3/19/2026
  • Closing Conditions and “Time is of the Essence” Clauses in Canadian M&A: Drafting for Certainty Around Termination Rights, 3/12/2026
  • Dispute Resolution Clauses - 2 Minute Drafting Tips: Bulletin #8 - The “Governing Law” of a Contract is Distinct from the Procedural Law of an Arbitration, 3/4/2026
  • Financial Fraud: Keeping Time on Your Side, 2/17/2026
  • Key Product Liability Cases and Developments – 2025 Overview, 2/12/2026

Events

  • Bill 29 — Bill 29 and the new warranty of good working order: Are you ready for October 5, 2026?, 6/3/2026
  • Recent Developments in Commercial Real Estate Litigation, 5/20/2026
  • Mastering Injunctions: Key Issues, Strategies and Tactics, 4/15/2026
  • Beyond the Will: Managing Dependant Claims, Modern Family Dynamics, and Unexpected Heirs, 11/20/2025
  • Fasken’s Construction and Infrastructure Conference, 11/19/2025
  • Commercial Crossroads: Landmark Decisions Shaping Litigation Risk for In-House Counsel: A Year-End Review, 10/23/2025
  • From Planning to Problems: How Good Intentions Lead to Estate Disputes, 9/10/2025
  • Bill 29 on the durability, repairability and maintenance of goods: are you ready for October 5, 2025?, 6/11/2025
  • WorkSafeBC’s New Investigations Mandate, 5/29/2025
  • Advocacy Toolkit, 5/29/2025

News

  • Fasken Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team Honoured with Impact Case Award, 5/8/2026
  • Christian Leblanc analyzes the legal framework surrounding AI-generated artistic content in an interview broadcast on 98.5, 3/25/2026
  • Timothy St. John Ellam, KC Joins Fasken as Senior Counsel in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group, 2/2/2026
  • Fasken Partner Christian Trépanier Named Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, 1/22/2026
  • Tracey Cohen discusses the growing use of AI in dispute resolution in Lexpert, 11/20/2025
  • Fasken Partner Noah Boudreau Named Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, 11/10/2025
  • Fasken Shines in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026 Guide with Hundreds of Lawyers Recognized, 9/4/2025
  • Nicolas-Karl Perrault comments on Québec’s law against planned obsolescence in La Presse, 7/7/2025
  • Mathias Memmel comments on the success and leadership of 2SLGBTQ+ lawyers in CBA National Magazine, 6/24/2025
  • Brian Kelsall and Gerry Ranking comment on trending procurement models in a special edition of Lexpert, 4/30/2025

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