OBA Class Actions Law PROGRAM | Original Program Date: June 30, 2021

In this second installment of the “Fundamentals of Class Actions Law” series, hear from both sides of the table about the logistical and practical considerations that go into a class action before a claim is commenced.  If you are a senior class action practitioner wishing to compare best practices, a new lawyer starting out who is keen to practice in this active area, or in-house or government counsel seeking tips for mitigating the worst-case scenario on a day-to-day basis, you will benefit significantly from this comprehensive overview of the pre-litigation stage of a class action.

Join our highly experienced faculty as they tackle issues such as:

• Investigation - how do you identify a claim and shape the facts as they develop?
• Mitigation of risk and damages
• Balancing regulatory and litigation risk
• Communication with putative class members
• Co-counsel arrangements
• Identifying a potential Representative Plaintiff
• Funding

Don’t miss out on this insightful and valuable program!

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Valerie Lord, Howie Sacks & Henry LLP
Jeremy Martin, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

Michael Peerless, McKenzie Lake Lawyers LLP
Sandeep Joshi, BMO Financial Group 
Jen Winstanley, Camp Fiorante Matthews Mogerman LLP
Laura Fric, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP