Julie Rosenthal

Julie Rosenthal stands as a distinguished partner within the realms of Dispute Resolution, Class Actions, and Competition and Foreign Investment Law Groups at Goodmans, showcasing a robust portfolio of legal expertise. Her professional journey is marked by significant accomplishments in handling complex commercial disputes, navigating the intricacies of competition law, and leading regulatory/administrative law proceedings. Julie's adeptness extends to procurement law, tackling white-collar crime, conducting internal investigations, and mastering both domestic and international arbitrations.

Her legal prowess has been recognized and validated by appearances before the Supreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, and at all levels of court in Ontario, underscoring her as a formidable advocate in Canada's legal landscape. Before her tenure at Goodmans began in 1998, Julie honed her skills and knowledge as a clerk at the Supreme Court of Canada for Justice Frank Iacobucci, setting a solid foundation for her future successes.

In the field of arbitration, class action, commercial litigation, and competition/antitrust, Julie has earned the title of a leading lawyer, a recognition echoed by Benchmark Litigation Canada, The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, The Legal 500 Canada, and The Best Lawyers in Canada. Her expertise has also placed her among the elite in Lexpert Special Editions focusing on Canada's Leading Litigation Lawyers, Infrastructure, Energy, and Global Mining.

Julie's legal acumen spans a wide array of sectors, including pivotal roles in appellate advocacy, arbitration (both domestic and international), and involvement in significant cases across the cannabis industry, competition and foreign investment, and corporate and commercial litigation. Her featured work demonstrates her leadership and innovative legal strategies in significant legal battles, from leading the Atlantic Lottery Corporation's successful appeal at the Supreme Court of Canada to defending the Vancouver Airport Authority against competition law challenges.

Julie's recognition extends across multiple esteemed legal directories and publications, highlighting her influence and standing in the fields of dispute resolution, competition law, and litigation. These accolades underscore her depth of knowledge, strategic acumen, and unwavering commitment to her clients' success.

Beyond her courtroom achievements, Julie contributes to the broader legal community as a writer and speaker, particularly on topics related to environmental and climate change legal matters, sharing her insights and fostering a deeper understanding of these critical issues. Her educational background, with degrees from the University of Toronto, along with her active involvement in professional affiliations such as the Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Bar Association, further demonstrates her dedication and commitment to the legal profession.