Stefani Connelly (née Wesley) (she, her, hers) Associate | Toronto

About Stefani

Stefani's practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and investigations. She has expertise in contractual and corporate disputes, arbitrations, injunctions, and internal and external investigations.

Stefani provides advice to a diverse range of clients, including business leaders, financial institutions, energy companies, and telecommunications providers.

As a member of the Ontario and Alberta bars, Stefani has represented clients in all levels of court in both provinces, the Federal Court, and arbitrations.

While articling at Blakes, Stefani was seconded to two prominent energy companies.

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Commercial Cases

Representing a major telecommunications provider in an arbitration alleging unlawful contract termination in the context of a network sharing arrangement
Representing a prominent executive in high-profile and contentious litigation involving allegations of breach of fiduciary duty and breach of trust
Representing a Canadian municipality in a C$125-million arbitration involving allegations of unlawful contract termination, delay, and bad faith in the context of a major public infrastructure project
Representing financial institutions in litigation involving allegations of investment negligence
Representing various clients in urgent injunction proceedings

Business Crimes, Investigations & Compliance

Conducting internal investigations regarding allegations of criminal and regulatory offences, including fraud, and other employee misconduct
Representing clients in external investigations brought by securities and other regulators
Obtaining a Norwich order against individuals suspected of misappropriating millions of dollars from a company
Conducting audits of clients' existing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws