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Torkin Manes Congratulates our Four Newly Promoted Partners

Robert Barbiero, Cody F. Dolgay, Gillian Howe and James Leech Torkin Manes is pleased to announce the promotion of four of our lawyers—Robert Barbiero, Cody Dolgay, Gillian Howe and James Leech—to the partnership...

Jan 5, 2023

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Thomas Stefanik was quoted by Canadian HR Reporter

Thomas A. Stefanik Canadian HR Reporter Thomas Stefanik was interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter on the increase in stress levels throughout the pandemic and how employers should respond.

Feb 1, 2022

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Irv Kleiner was quoted by Canadian HR Reporter

Irv Kleiner Canadian HR Reporter Irv Kleiner was interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter on the exact circumstances in which an employee is able to access paid sick leave during self-isol...

Dec 14, 2021

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Irv Kleiner interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter

Irv Kleiner Canadian HR Reporter Irv Kleiner was interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter on vaccine mandates.

Nov 30, 2021

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In Memoriam: Stavroula Kapetantsi-Cunha

Stav. Wife. Mother. Sister. Friend. Colleague. And so much more. As one of our veteran assistants, we had the privilege of working with this inspiring...

Oct 18, 2021

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Torkin Manes proudly celebrates Persons Day

Persons Day Torkin Manes is proud to celebrate Persons Day, which commemorates the landmark ruling that launched the progress in the advancement of gender equalit...

Oct 18, 2021

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Lindsay Kantor named the Director of Talent and Recruitment

Lindsay Kantor Torkin Manes is pleased to announce that Lindsay Kantor has accepted the role of Director of Talent and Recruitment at the firm.

Oct 5, 2021

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Torkin Manes is proud to partner with JLF Toronto 2021

JLF Toronto 2021 Torkin Manes is proud to partner once again with JLF Toronto 2021 and is pleased to be a presenting sponsor this year for, "The New Narratives: The Ar...

Sep 29, 2021

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Peter C. Straszynski quoted in Human Resources Director on vaccine passports

Peter C. Straszynski Human Resources Director Peter C. Straszynski was quoted in Human Resources Director on vaccine passports.

Sep 24, 2021

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Peter Straszynski quoted by the Human Resources Director on vaccine passports

Peter C. Straszynski Human Resources Director Peter Straszynski was quoted by the Human Resources Director on whether an employee can refuse to register for a vaccine passport.

Sep 8, 2021

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Torkin Manes lawyers featured in The Best Lawyers in Canada 2022 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Canada)

Neil M. Abramson, Risa Awerbuck, Kenneth Beallor, Andrew Biderman , Adam N. Black, Allan S. Bronstein, Howard Burshtein, Jeffrey I. Cohen, Lisa Corrente, Valerie A. Edwards, Linda J. Godel, David M. Golden, Mark B. Harrington, Ryan Hauk, Gregory D. Hersen, Kay Leung, Lisa R. Lifshitz, Ronald D. Manes, M. Scott Martin, Matt Maurer, Daniel S. Melamed, Loretta P. Merritt, Laurie H. Pawlitza, Daniel Pugen, Leonard D. Rodness, Anthony Scane, S. Fay Sulley, Michael Tamblyn, Matthew Tevlin, Sidney H. Troister, LSM, Craig Vander Zee, Jennifer L. Wilson, Lorne H. Wolfson, Michelle Fan , Leslie McGowran and Daniel J. Stober We are pleased to announce that 34 of our partners have recently been recognized as leaders in their respective fields in the latest edition of The Be...

Aug 26, 2021

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Peter Straszynski quoted by CBC News on mandatory vaccination policies

Peter C. Straszynski CBC News Peter Straszynski was quoted by CBC News on several big companies who are exploring mandatory vaccination policies for Canadian staff.

Aug 16, 2021

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Torkin Manes shortlisted by Chambers Canada for the 2021 Regional Law Firm of the Year Award

Chambers & Partners Torkin Manes is once again honoured to be shortlisted by Chambers & Partners in the category of Regional Law Firm of the Year for the 2021 Chambers Ca...

Jul 13, 2021

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Torkin Manes once again recognized as the #1 ranked Ontario regional law firm by Canadian Lawyer

Torkin Manes is once again proud to announce that we have been recognized by our peers and colleagues as the top-ranked Ontario law firm in Canad...

Apr 28, 2021

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Torkin Manes named a 2021 Canadian Law Awards Excellence Award winner for Ontario Law Firm of the Year

Torkin Manes is honoured to be named a 2021 Canadian Law Awards Excellence Award winner for Ontario Law Firm of the Year.

Apr 14, 2021

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Thomas Stefanik quoted by Benefits Canada on mandatory coronavirus testing for unionized employees

Thomas A. Stefanik Thomas Stefanik spoke to Benefits Canada on a decision from Arbitrator Dana Randall which has ruled that unilaterally-imposed, bi-weekly testing for C...

Mar 18, 2021

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Torkin Manes recognized as a 2021 United Way Local Leader

Torkin Manes is delighted to announce that the firm has been recognized as a member of the 2021 United Way Local Leaders List.

Mar 9, 2021

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Torkin Manes LLP 2021 Trailblazer Award

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are honoured to continue our support of women in law through the annual Torkin Manes/ Women's...

Mar 8, 2021

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Irv Kleiner and Shreya Patel's Serco Canada Inc. case reported in Labour Arbitration Cases - Fourth Series by Thomson Reuters

Irv Kleiner and Shreya Patel Thomson Reuters The latest issue of L.A.C. (Labour Arbitration Cases) eREPORTS features our Employment & Labour Department lawyers Irv Kleiner and Shreya Patel's Serc...

Feb 26, 2021

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Torkin Manes has established a bursary for Black students at Osgoode Hall Law School

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to create opportunities for Black students to pursue law as a career.

Feb 17, 2021

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Torkin Manes has once again been shortlisted for Canadian Lawyer’s Top 10 Regional Law Firms in Ontario

Vote for Torkin Manes in Canadian Lawyer’s Survey for Ontario’s Top 10 Regional Law Firms – With Your Help We Can Retain our #1 Position!

Jan 20, 2021

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Torkin Manes is proud to partner once again with JLF Toronto

Torkin Manes is proud to partner once again with JLF Toronto and is pleased to be a presenting sponsor this year for Crossover Narratives on Saturday,...

Nov 25, 2020

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Torkin Manes shortlisted by Chambers Canada for the 2020 Regional Law Firm of the Year Award

Torkin Manes is honoured to be shortlisted by Chambers & Partners in the category of Regional Law Firm of the Year for the 2020 Chambers Canada Awards...

Sep 2, 2020

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Irv Kleiner featured by Humber River Hospital Foundation

Irv Kleiner As a board member of the Humber River Hospital Foundation, Irv talks about why he is passionate about the organization. Click here for the full interv...

Aug 24, 2020