Peter M. Jacobsen

Partner at WeirFoulds LLP

Peter M. Jacobsen is a distinguished litigator with over 40 years of legal experience, offering proven expertise in media law, defamation law, administrative law, and constitutional law. Based in Ontario, Peter Jacobsen is recognized for his extensive trial, appellate, and judicial review work at all court levels and before numerous administrative tribunals.

Peter provides comprehensive pre-publication and litigation services to some of Canada’s largest media outlets, including The Globe and Mail, CTV, TSN, and Bloomberg. He also serves prominent magazines and periodicals, such as Report on Business Magazine and the Canadian Medical Association Journal, as well as renowned publishing houses including Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, and House of Anansi. His client roster extends to individuals, editors, and respected national organizations like the Canadian Association of University Teachers.

As a senior fellow at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Centre for Free Expression and a director of the Canadian Journalists for Free Expression, Peter plays an active role in advancing press freedom and expression rights in Canada. He has been consistently recognized by his peers in The Best Lawyers in Canada as a leading practitioner in media and defamation law.

Practice Areas: Media Law, Defamation Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law
Year Called to the Bar: 1978 (Ontario)
Firm: WeirFoulds LLP
Phone: (416) 619-6292
Email: [email protected]

If you are seeking a highly respected and widely recognized legal expert for matters involving media, defamation, or constitutional concerns, Peter M. Jacobsen stands out for his experience, dedication, and results-driven legal advice. Contact Peter today to benefit from leading legal representation and trusted advisory services.

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