Litigation: Securities
Canada Guide 2025 : Ontario
Band 2
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Cassels Brock & Blackwell operates a distinguished practice in the securities litigation space in Ontario, where it is particularly sought out for its expert representation in class action suits. The firm lists a range of financial institutions among its clients, as well as high-profile current and former company directors and corporations in sectors such as mining, leisure and cannabis. The Toronto-based team demonstrates considerable expertise in internal investigations, including those stemming from whistle-blower complaints and securities regulatory proceedings.
Work Highlights
- Cassels Brock & Blackwell acted for Lundin Mining before the Supreme Court of Canada to defend the dismissal of two parallel proposed class actions alleging inaccurate disclosures on the operations of the Candelaria Mine following a rockslide in 2017.
Strengths
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"They combine creativity, responsiveness and aggressiveness in litigation. They have a great mix of experienced pros and hungry juniors. They're excellent."
"I appreciated working with the team in their ability to manage dynamic files while remaining connected with an efficient focal group of representatives from our side."
"The firm came to understand our business and complexities from the past, and helped build our future."
"They combine creativity, responsiveness and aggressiveness in litigation. They have a great mix of experienced pros and hungry juniors. They're excellent."
"I appreciated working with the team in their ability to manage dynamic files while remaining connected with an efficient focal group of representatives from our side."
"The firm came to understand our business and complexities from the past, and helped build our future."
Notable Practitioners
Toronto-based Lara Jackson impresses for her leadership of a number of high-profile litigation files, including those for clients in the mining and cannabis sectors. She is particularly well known for her expertise in securities.
"Lara is someone I highly respect. She is a conscientious, lovely person and an excellent lawyer."
"Lara is extremely bright and a strong advocate. I only have really good things to say about her. She has got excellent judgement."
"Lara has very strong analytical skills and impeccable judgement."
"Lara is an outstanding lawyer - she is incredibly smart, diligent, has great subject matter expertise and is highly collegial."
"Lara has terrific judgement. She is unflappable and very committed to getting the best results for her clients. It is done effortlessly to the third-party beholder."
John Picone has attained a strong reputation for his litigation practice, which focuses on advising clients on securities and shareholder litigation and defending regulatory enforcement. He is based in Cassels Brock & Blackwell's Toronto office, where he co-chairs the securities litigation group.
"John is someone I would refer clients to and know they will get top service and advice."
"John is a smart and effective commercial litigator."
"John is highly strategic and suited to handling the most complex and highest-value disputes. He is trusted to provide objective advice with a focus on business needs and the big picture."
"John is cerebral, thoughtful and strategic. He is constantly thinking about how to position his client in a way that will be successful. He is very strong on his feet and at cross-examination."