Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers has recognized the firm in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada, the firm’s third consecutive edition. ... [more] Full article

Affleck Greene McMurtry is pleased to announce our continued recognition in the Best Law Firms™ Canada rankings for 2026. Building on our inaugural inclusion last year, the firm was first ... [more] Full article

“Clarifications” from Canadian Lobbying Commissioner may prevent lobbyists from being members of political parties. On August 23, 2010, the Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada Karen Shepherd issued “clarifications” on when political activities by lobbyists create a conflict of interest. Unfortunately, these clarifications lack specifics and the Commissioner’s restrictions on political activities by lobbyists remain too broad. Indeed, they may bar some lobbyists from joining political parties. [more] Full article

Class action legislation does not give courts jurisdiction over cases that would otherwise be dealt with by tribunals or arbitrators, the Supreme Court held in Concordia v. Bisaillon. [more] Full article