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Outbound deal activity to the U.S. on the horizon for year ahead

Despite trade uncertainty, John Emanoilidis says the U.S. remains an attractive destination for outbound Canadian investment activity.

China-Canada tensions having a short term effect on inbound investment

Read our partner’s perspective on what the tensions between Canada and China mean for inbound investment.

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1.75 Billion Canadian Dollar Midstream Oil and Gas Joint Venture

Our cross-border Infrastructure Practice has recognized experience, having advised sponsors, lenders, public authorities and contractors on over 100 major infrastructure and PPP projects in Canada, the United States and beyond.

Employment law in the AI era: the constructive dismissal problem

As artificial intelligence continues to automate jobs previously completed by people, the transition from man to machine does not necessarily mean layoffs are imminent as employers to shift workers into new roles.

Our lawyers discuss how the potential legal consequences of transitioning existing employees into new roles and how, if handled improperly, one such outcome could be a claim for constructive dismissal by an employee as a result of this transition.

Rising Stars: Kyle Kashuba has been named a 2018 Lexpert Rising Star.

David Chaikof takes over as Managing Partner of Torys New York

Torys' New York office has welcomed its new Managing Partner David Chaikof who joins from the Toronto office.

What to expect in class action law in 2019

In this piece, two of our class actions litigators dissect some of the cases heard in 2018 by the Supreme Court and others courts of appeals and discuss the impact they may have in 2019, both on class action procedure and various areas of law.

The article touches on a range of issues, from competition law to expert evidence to asking whether class actions are viable vehicles for discrimination claims.

Voting rights the victor in SCC decision

Long-term Canadian expats can now vote in Canadian federal elections thanks to an SCC decision. Andrew Bernstein spoke with media about the ramifications of the decision.