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May 201 1 • voluMe 35, issue 5 contentsFeatures 26 Fighting for independence A battle between the CBA and CCCA leaves unanswered questions, anger, and an opening for a rival corporate counsel organization. 26 Cover: Colin Rowe 34 Global reach, regional focus The top 10 Ontario regional firms are proud of their mid-market positions but say that doesn't mean they can't serve clients around the world. 34 legal reports Life sciences & biotech 47 Biotech patent challenges on the rise Complex issues and new developments mean competitors are looking to the courts to resolve IP disputes. Forensics & criminal Law 51 The real truth in sentencing An Ontario ruling is being held up as a bastion against the Truth in Sentencing Act, which took away credit for time served. Continuing a tradition of excellence 47 opinions 15 Banking on Corporate Smoothing the merger waters 16 Top Court Tales Justice is in the details 18 Tech Support Essential reading 54 Back Page Crime stats don't add up 54 Outsourcing? Get the facts. ntitled-1 1 Departments 7 Letters to the editor Feedback from our readers 7 Regional Wrap-Up A look at what's happening from coast to coast 21 Real Estate Seller beware 24 Cross Examined Hockey and tax law, hand in hand 21 3/14/11 10:51:17 AM www.CANADIAN Lawyermag.com M AY 2011 5 B y K e vin Marr on B y Jeff MacKinnon B y A ndi Balla B y R obert T odd B y Cheryl Satin B y Philip Sla yt on B y Der a J. Ne vin B y Jim Middlemiss B y Daryl-L ynn C arlson B y Gr et chen Drummie