Robert Andrew Carson

Robert is a partner in Osler’s National Disputes Department, advising clients in high-stakes class action and corporate litigation. He frequently represents financial institutions, auditors, mining companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, technology businesses and utilities.

With a strong track record of early decisive wins in significant lawsuits across Canada, Robert develops strategies to address disputes at their early stages. He has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada and various appellate courts across the country. Robert also proactively advises businesses on potential litigation risks and mitigation strategies.

Robert writes and speaks extensively on class action defense, particularly in the areas of securities, privacy, product liability and consumer law.

A recent decision by the Ontario Divisional Court confirms valuable principles for class action defence.

An Ontario court recently refused to stay a proposed global securities class action commenced in Ontario despite a substantially similar proceeding...

Explore notable case summaries and expert commentary, for insight into current trends in Canadian privacy law.