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Brock Gibson, Chair, and
Robert Granatstein, Firm Managing Partner

 
   

Firm Profile

For a century and a half, Blakes has proudly served many of Canada’s and the world’s leading businesses and organizations. The Firm has built a reputation during that time as both a leader in the business community and in the legal profession – leadership that continues to be recognized to this day. [read more]

Firm Leadership

Blakes is focused on building long-term client relationships. We understand the client perspective — the need for responsive legal advice, top-ranked expertise, creativity and value. We also understand that our commitment to provide all of this is only possible through teamwork guided by integrity and principles of honesty, accountability and consistency — and most importantly, under the tutelage of great leadership. [read more]

Equity & Diversity

Blakes has launched a variety of initiatives in recognition of the fact that equity and diversity are critical priorities for our current and future success. It starts with Blakes Equity & Diversity Committee, an operating committee that includes partners and associates from diverse backgrounds in all offices. While overseeing a Workplace Harassment Policy that ensures everyone is treated with respect and dignity, the committee is also a proactive force in the Firm. The committee works to ensure Blakes attracts and retains highly skilled lawyers and other legal and non-legal staff who fully reflect the global marketplace. [read more]

History

From a small firm of just two lawyers to more than 550 in nine offices worldwide, 2006 marked a rare milestone for any organization — 150 years of successful growth and market leadership on behalf of its clients around the world. [read more]

Pro Bono

Blakes has taken a leadership role in supporting pro bono legal initiatives in Canada. The Firm has a formal pro bono policy recognizing the value of work done on pro bono matters, and Blakes is dedicated to expanding its legal services for individuals and organizations that cannot otherwise obtain legal advice or representation. [read more]

Community

Community is important to Blakes. We have taken a leadership role in contributing to our communities through a variety of “good works.” Blakes lawyers and staff support more than 50 charitable organizations, community agencies and volunteer boards nationwide and internationally through donations of time and money. [read more]

 

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