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Special Edition on Litigation 2016

The Lexpert Special Editions profiles selected Lexpert-ranked lawyers whose focus is in Corporate, Infrastructure, Energy and Litigation law and relevant practices. It also includes feature articles on legal aspects of Canadian business issues.

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24 LEXPERT | 2016 | WWW.LEXPERT.CA PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK 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. LEXPERT-RANKED LAWYERS MANAGING COSTS

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