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Tips from the pros on how
to manage litigation costs,
before they get out of hand
By Bev Cline
Keeping it Afforda
Commercial litigation is expensive, there's no
doubt. Yet there are practical ways for companies
to manage costs. Here are a few tips and ideas for
corporate managers dealing with the costs of com-
mercial litigation.
Align your goals. In order to manage costs, the
lawyer has to have a "clear understanding of your
Keith, QC, John A. Cox & Palmer
(902) 491-4217 jkeith@coxandpalmer.com
Mr. Keith is a highly ranked litigation lawyer with experience in commercial,
construction, administration and securities law. He has acted as lead counsel
in many significant and well-known cases and is currently representing large
Canadian financial institutions in ongoing securities class actions. He is a
recipient of the Lexpert Zenith Award celebrating excellence in legal practice.
Keefe, John A. Goodmans LLP
(416) 597-4268 jkeefe@goodmans.ca
Mr. Keefe focuses on international commercial disputes, white-collar crime,
corruption, securities fraud, competition law violations and domestic and
international arbitration. He regularly advises boards on governance issues
and conducts internal investigations. He has appeared before all levels
of court in Canada and numerous administrative tribunals.
Kay, Katherine L. Stikeman Elliott LLP
(416) 869-5507 kkay@stikeman.com
Ms. Kay litigates complex commercial cases, often involving interplay be-
tween civil, criminal and regulatory law regimes across multiple jurisdictions.
She is internationally recognized as Canada's top competition litigator, and
for her class actions, product liability, securities and white-collar expertise.
A dynamic and engaging advocate with a highly strategic approach to big-
ticket cases.
Kauffman, Aubrey E. Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
(416) 868-3538 akauffman@fasken.com
Mr. Kauffman is a director of the Insolvency Institute of Canada and a former
Chairman of the OBA – Insolvency Section. His practice focuses on advocacy
matters related to domestic and cross-border bankruptcy, insolvency and
restructuring proceedings. He has acted in many high-profile insolvency
proceedings representing a wide array of stakeholders.
Karayannides, George J. Clyde & Co Canada LLP
(647) 789-4831 george.karayannides@clydeco.ca
Mr. Karayannides is an experienced litigator with a growing domestic and
international arbitration practice. A strategic and skilled negotiator, he has
represented clients in a wide range of complex and high-stakes business
disputes, taking a collaborative approach in crafting creative and focused
solutions that are aligned with the operational and business objectives
of his clients.
Kapusianyk, QC, Brian G. Gowling WLG
(403) 298-1014 brian.kapusianyk@gowlingwlg.com
Mr. Kapusianyk practises in the areas of insurance and commercial litigation
with an emphasis in professional liability, construction law, D&O litigation,
commercial insurance coverage, as well as personal injury and products
liability litigation.
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MANAGING COSTS