Caroline Zayid

Caroline Zayid, a luminary at McCarthy Tétrault's Toronto hub, excels in steering clients through the labyrinth of class action litigation, merging her extensive experience with a steadfast dedication to client success. Her role as Regional Managing Partner for Ontario and her pivotal position in the Litigation Group underscore her significant influence in navigating complex legal landscapes. Caroline’s adeptness in orchestrating multi-jurisdictional defenses showcases her ability to lead teams with precision across diverse legal, business, and reputational frontiers.

Having carved her niche in defending against intricate class action suits, Caroline’s repertoire of success stories spans from the courtroom's initial skirmishes to the appellate echelons, including appearances before the Supreme Court of Canada and various provincial courts of appeal. Her tactical acumen is not confined to the legal battles in Ontario but extends to the Federal Court of Appeal and beyond, illustrating her capacity to handle high-stakes litigation across Canada.

Caroline's legal prowess also extends to administrative law, where she has illuminated issues of public law and professional regulation, providing sage advice to entities grappling with product recalls and liability dilemmas. Her ability to distill complex legal challenges into strategic victories is echoed in the voices of clients who commend her strategic thinking and excellence in communication.

Her litigation victories include defending high-profile entities in proposed class actions over opioid products, navigating significant class action disputes concerning medical devices, and guiding leading manufacturers through class proceedings related to product safety. Moreover, Caroline's defense of government bodies in landmark Supreme Court appeals demonstrates her wide-ranging impact on class action litigation in Canada.

Beyond the courtroom, Caroline has made substantial contributions to public and administrative law, lending her expertise to cases that have shaped privacy rights, tackled misfeasance in public office, and addressed hate promotion on the internet. Her involvement in precedent-setting cases underscores her role as a vanguard in Canadian litigation.

Educationally, Caroline has enriched the legal community by authoring essential literature on class actions and business conduct in Canada and imparting her knowledge through teaching and speaking engagements across North America. Her early advisory role to the Ontario Minister of Education and her teaching stints at prestigious institutions highlight her commitment to legal education and community service.

Caroline's array of accolades from Chambers Canada, Benchmark Litigation Canada, and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, among others, attests to her stature as a leading lawyer in class actions, professional liability, and product liability. Her recognition as one of Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women further cements her status as a formidable force in law.

For businesses embroiled in complex litigation or facing daunting class actions, Caroline Zayid represents a beacon of hope and expertise, offering a blend of strategic insight, legal prowess, and unwavering dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients.