Robert J. Cooper
About Robert J. Cooper
Robert J. Cooper is the Managing Counsel for Employment Law at CIBC in Toronto, ON, with extensive experience in employment law and a strong educational background.
Current Role at CIBC
Robert J. Cooper currently holds the position of Managing Counsel, Employment Law at CIBC. He has been serving in this role since 2013, providing legal expertise and guidance on employment-related matters within the organization. Based in Toronto, ON, he addresses complex legal issues, ensures compliance with employment laws, and supports the company's human resources initiatives.
Career at CIBC
Robert J. Cooper has a longstanding career with CIBC, having held multiple positions over the years. He started as Counsel from 2005 to 2009, where he provided legal counsel on employment matters. He was then promoted to Senior Counsel from 2009 to 2013, focusing on more advanced legal issues. In 2013, he assumed his current role as Managing Counsel, Employment Law, marking a significant progression in his career within the company.
Experience at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin
Before joining CIBC, Robert J. Cooper worked at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin, a prominent law firm. He served as an Associate in Labour & Employment from 2002 to 2005, where he gained valuable experience in employment law. Additionally, he held the position of Law Student (Summer & Articling) from 2000 to 2002, laying the foundation for his legal career in employment law.
Educational Background
Robert J. Cooper has a solid educational background that supports his legal expertise. He earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of Victoria, studying from 1996 to 2000. He also achieved a B. Arts & Sci. from McMaster University, completing his degree from 1991 to 1995. In 2018, he furthered his education with a Masters Certificate in Financial Services Leadership from the Schulich School of Business at York University.