Torys
Torys’ international trade expertise is particularly weighted towards contentious matters, with a focus on investment treaty arbitrations and international commercial arbitrations. That being said, the group also leverages a significant regulatory offering that covers economic sanctions, anti-corruption law and export controls, among others. Department head John Terry brings to bear a strong record in complex disputes, where he represents corporations and federal, provincial and municipal governments on NAFTA and WTO cases. Senior associate Ryan Lax is additionally noted for contentious and regulatory trade work.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘Very smart and complete lawyers, who are hands on and demonstrate great teamwork.’
‘John Terry, Emily Sherkey, Chris Kinnear Hunter and Ryan Lax are remarkable and outstanding. Strong attention to details, very hands on and great collaboration when making teams.’
‘The experience and expertise the firm has in international arbitration has been a great asset to the bank. The availability of the partners and senior counsels, their guidance and, most of all, the fact that they are always one step ahead of the problem gives the bank great confidence in team.’
‘John Terry and Emily Sherkey are a great team to work with. They are always available, provide timely opinions and are always looking ahead of the issue to solve the problem. They have great insights, impressive negotiation skills and are fun to work with.’
- ‘Total professionals at the top of their game. We value lawyers for their professionalism and responsiveness.’
Key clients
- Alamos Gold Holdings Coöperatief and Alamos Gold Holdings
- Bilcon of Delaware
- Windstream Energy
- Infinito Gold
- Bank of Nova Scotia
- Vento Motorcycles
Work highlights
- Leading a team of Canadian and Turkish lawyers representing Alamos Gold in an investment treaty claim brought by its Netherlands-based subsidiaries against the Republic of Türkiye under the Netherlands-Türkiye BIT.
- Representing Bilcon of Delaware to bring an application to set aside the tribunal’s decision on damages in relation to a dispute against the Government of Canada under NAFTA.
- Representing Windstream Energy in securing a C$25m arbitral award and a C$3m costs award against the Government of Canada under the NAFTA, arising from the application of a moratorium on offshore wind energy facilities to Windstream’s proposed 300 MW offshore wind facility.