Corporate Governance Disputes
Overview
Corporate governance disputes and control contests are one of our core practice areas. We have successfully acted on many of Canada’s largest governance disputes. We frequently act for independent directors, auditors, special committees, regulators, insurers, and court-appointed officers. We also conduct internal investigations regarding corporate governance matters.
News & Insights
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LOLG Successful in Dissent Rights Proceeding
Successfully represented a group of dissenting shareholders in obtaining 100% of the requested payout value of their shares totalling over $17 million (USD).
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LOLG Defeats Motion for Interim Possession and Control and Obtains Substantial Costs Award
The Ontario Superior Court dismissed the Métis National Council’s motion for interim possession and control in relation to programs administered by the Manitoba Métis Federation.
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Court Grants Freezing Order, Finds Defendant in Contempt Following Discovery of Forged Documents and False Testimony
Obtained a Mareva injunction freezing the assets and funds of Defendants who were caught repeatedly delivering forged documents and giving false testimony in response to Court Orders.
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LOLG Successfully Upholds Rogers Shareholders Resolution
The BC Supreme Court confirmed a controlling shareholder may appoint and remove directors by way of a consent resolution without a shareholder meeting.