Adrienne Oake

Adrienne excels in commercial litigation and dispute resolution, focusing on contractual disputes, construction issues, real estate matters, and cross-border class actions. Her courtroom experience spans the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Court of Appeal for Ontario, and courts in British Columbia and Saskatchewan.

Her practice encompasses disputes and investigations, class actions, commercial litigation, and construction law. Notably, Adrienne represented a school board trustee in a landmark anti-SLAPP motion, successfully defending against a defamation claim related to LGBTQ2S+ inclusion in schools. She also supported the Barbra Schlifer Clinic in a significant motion against the Walt Disney Company, concerning jurisdictional challenges in a high-profile case.

Adrienne played a key role in defending Ticketmaster (now part of Live Nation Entertainment) across several provinces in class actions related to secondary market ticket sales, highlighting her expertise in consumer protection and competition law.

Recognized as a rising talent by Best Lawyers in Canada in corporate and commercial litigation, Adrienne contributes valuable insights on strategic legal practices, including the importance of harm in SLAPP dismissals and best practices for preserving privilege.

Her professional journey includes a prestigious Harold G. Fox Scholarship, allowing her to refine her litigation skills in London, England. A member of the Advocates’ Society, Adrienne's legal education from Queen's University and her Ontario bar admission in 2018 underscore her commitment to excellence in the legal profession.