Five law firms made new announcements
Welcome to this week’s roundup of movements among major law firms, in which we sum up significant hires, promotions, departures, and other announcements.
The International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) has announced that Michael Furyk, a partner at Alexander Holbourn in Toronto, has accepted an invitation to join the IADC, an invitation-only global legal organization for attorneys representing corporate and insurance interests.
“There is great value in becoming a member of IADC as it enhances your legal skills, professionalism and network to serve and benefit clients, IADC members, as well as the legal profession and civil justice system,” Furyk said.
Connor Allison has joined DLA Piper’s Vancouver office as an associate in the firm’s employment and labour group. His experience includes advising clients on dismissals and discipline, human rights, health and safety, severance packages, workplaces policies and employment agreements.
The Vancouver International Arbitration Center (VanIAC) has appointed James Plotkin, a partner in Gowling WLG's Ottawa office, to its board of directors. In his new role, Plotkin will work collaboratively with his fellow directors to enhance Vancouver and Canada more generally as an attractive arbitral seat for international commercial disputes. He will also chair a committee overseeing VanIAC’s domain name dispute arm, the Canadian International Internet Dispute Resolution Centre (CIIDRC).
Seon K. Kang has joined Miller Thomson as a partner in its Montréal office. She has represented clients in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, software, mining, and energy. Before joining Miller Thoms, Kang led the corporate and commercial law group at Dentons’ Montreal office and held a partnership position at Fraser Milner Casgrain.
“We are delighted to welcome Seon to Miller Thomson,” said Fadi Amine, managing partner, Montreal. “She is an incredible addition to our team and brings diverse experience to the firm. I am sure she will integrate herself well as she shares our firm's client-centric approach and innovative mindset. We are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead with Seon on board.”
Bota McNamara has returned to WeirFoulds as a partner in the Caribbean and commercial litigation practice groups. He has over 20 years of experience litigating multi-jurisdictional matters across the Caribbean and Ontario. His practice is focused on complex commercial litigation, including insolvency litigation, asset recovery, and restructuring.
