Barbara R.C Doherty

Ontario and British Columbia are the only two common law provinces that have anti-SLAPP legislation. This legislation permits the early dismissal of claims that involve expressions on a matter of public interest. Although the legislation is designed to protect freedom of expression, the right is not absolute and a defendant must be cautious of what…

What is Transparency? The Canadian and provincial governments have taken steps to ensure that Canada is an attractive place to do business while protecting the safety and economic interests of Canadians through measures against illicit activities such as money laundering, terrorist financing, tax evasion and tax avoidance. One of the main tools in the government’s…

What is Transparency? The Canadian and provincial governments have taken steps to ensure that Canada is an attractive place to do business while protecting the safety and economic interests of Canadians through measures against illicit activities such as money laundering, terrorist financing, tax evasion and tax avoidance. One of the main tools in the government’s…

Loan transactions commonly involve non-corporate entities such as limited partnerships and Real Estate Investment Trusts (“REITs”). It is important for lenders to understand how they should modify their practices and procedures when dealing with such entities. Limited partnerships typically consist of a general partner (although there can be multiple general partners) and one or more…

IR Global is delighted to introduce Barbara R.C Doherty of Gardiner Roberts LLP as the exclusive Corporate Law Member in Canada – East. Gardiner Roberts LLP is a focused, finely-tuned group of legal experts capitalizing on a cross-disciplinary, one-team approach, we’re committed to immersing ourselves into your business to help you capitalize on each and…