Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Defence)

Head of the firm's Toronto litigation department, Kent Thomson operates a broad disputes practice, including securities class actions. He represents an impressive number of blue-chip companies in mining and financial services.

He is a superb advocate and legal strategist.

Toronto-based Sandra Forbes is highly respected in the Canadian market for her skilful handling of class actions. She has particular expertise in the field of competition, standing out for her major role in price-fixing claims in the automotive and food industries.

She's a smart lawyer and a leader - people listen when she speaks.

Sandra has outstanding litigation and people skills.

Montréal-based Nick Rodrigo attracts plaudits for his active class action practice. He is particularly regarded for his consumer protection work, handling cases in industries such as gaming and medical products.

Nick is extremely responsive, client-oriented and practical. He has good sense, good judgement and is on top of everything from a legal standpoint.

He is an excellent litigator, who is very knowledgeable about the judicial environment in Quebec and very insightful in the matter of analysis and evaluation of the evidential elements of cases.

Matthew Milne-Smith is a recognised Toronto-based litigator with wide-ranging disputes experience, most notably in competition class actions, acting for major names in the aviation sector.

He is extremely commercial and able to provide excellent insight into commercial disputes and how the process is likely to play out.

Matt is an excellent litigator who understands the business needs of his clients.

Chantelle Cseh is particularly recommended for her strong capabilities in competition disputes as part of her wider class action practice. She has experience acting for clients in the airline, mining and insurance sectors.

She is very insightful, knowledgeable and a great communicator.

Chantelle is fantastic - she's smart, hard-working and shows good judgement.