Disputes (International & Cross-Border)
Global Guide 2024 : Canada
Band 3
Contact number
+1 416 216 4000About
Provided by Norton Rose Fulbright
Our lawyers handle some of the most complex, high-value and strategically important international arbitrations in the world, working closely with our clients to determine and achieve their commercial objectives in a quick and cost-effective manner. We advise on all aspects of arbitration, from drafting suitable clauses to advising on the type and seat of arbitration, the formation of a tribunal, arbitral procedure and enforcement of the award. Our lawyers are fluent in a number of languages and are very experienced in conducting their own advocacy; additionally, many often sit as arbitrators in high-value cases, demonstrating that the legal marketplace agrees with their legal interpretations. Finally, many of our lawyers hold or have held leadership positions in the world’s major arbitral institutions.
Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright combines its Canadian operations with a wider international network that provides an impressive global reach across many key and emerging markets. It offers full-service capabilities and boots on the ground across Canadian provinces, and clients receive well-resourced and full support throughout their interactions with the firm. Its Canadian teams perform strongly in international energy and resources projects and transactions, and regularly link up with industry specialists within the firm globally. Contentious teams also provide solid cross-border capabilities and offer multi-jurisdictional support.
Norton Rose Fulbright offers strong resources across Canada, providing specialist teams across disputes areas. It is often mandated by corporates for commercial litigation files involving the US and other markets, frequently representing energy companies. Clients benefit from the firm’s global reach and network in cross-border class action proceedings, including product liability and competition mandates. The law firm is recognised for its Canadian practitioners’ representation of clients in international arbitrations, providing a strong Canadian team and global platform for clients on multi-jurisdictional disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"From corporate litigation lawyers, to tax and estate planning , Norton Rose Fulbright has a whole team of business experts. What sets NRF apart from other legal firms is how they focus on clients' business and their needs."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright team has exhibited a second-to-none spectrum of skills and relevant experience in the different business aspects where we got them involved."
"Their unwavering commitment to promptly addressing our needs and concerns has been exceptional, and their communication throughout the entire process has been outstanding. I truly appreciate their dedication to providing top-notch service and their willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction."
"From corporate litigation lawyers, to tax and estate planning , Norton Rose Fulbright has a whole team of business experts. What sets NRF apart from other legal firms is how they focus on clients' business and their needs."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright team has exhibited a second-to-none spectrum of skills and relevant experience in the different business aspects where we got them involved."
"Their unwavering commitment to promptly addressing our needs and concerns has been exceptional, and their communication throughout the entire process has been outstanding. I truly appreciate their dedication to providing top-notch service and their willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction."
Notable Practitioners
Orestes Pasparakis has deep commercial litigation experience, including acting on insolvency-related disputes and those concerning negligent misrepresentation and breach of contract.