* Managed staff and oversaw the investigation and organization of all documentary evidence for discovery in support of client’s defense against a wrongful dismissal suit and counterclaim. * Worked closely with outside counsel and provided the evidence client needed to effectively defend law suits and build a case of fraud against plaintiffs. * As a direct result of my investigation and findings, the client settled a multi-million dollar law suit for a nominal amount.

* Worked in the areas of corporate law, M&A, securities law, tax law, employment law, real estate law, and commercial litigation. * Drafted and reviewed agreements and prepared closing documents for various corporate and commercial real estate transactions. * Conducted research and drafted legal memoranda; advised lawyers on complex legal issues involving inter alia off-shore tax structures, municipal law and the securities market. * Assisted senior partners in researching, editing and drafting of expert witness opinions for litigation, as well as various articles and legislative updates for conferences and legal publications. * Drafted company policies and corporate resolutions for clients. * Managed various small claims court and provincial offences court files; assisted senior partners draft pleadings, prepare exhibits and oral submissions for trial; attended mediations and examinations for discovery.