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Get up to speed on the latest developments, gain a critical understanding of the myriad of ways these practices intersect and walk away with practical insights and strategies to implement in your practice to better serve your clients.

Join us to hear from female law firm founders on what drove them to start their own practices, and the opportunities and challenges they faced along the way. Gather helpful guidance and inspirational advice to take with you on your own legal journey, whether you are just starting out as a young lawyer, considering starting your own firm or simply celebrating the success of great female lawyers.

Only the OBA Criminal Justice Section gives you this unique opportunity to meet with seasoned Judges and senior Crown and Defence Counsel for candid discussions about the practice of criminal law. Whether you are Crown or Defence, new call or experienced counsel, this program is for you. No theory, no papers, no case list - just practical advice and strategies for handling difficult situations in criminal law

Join industry experts to unravel the current and pressing substantive legal issues in sports law today.

Get up-to-speed on the top civil appeals from the Courts in 2024. Hear diverse points of view and gain unique insights on some of the Court’s top decisions, and their impact on the law and your practice.

Take a deep dive into insurance coverage and policy interpretation to ensure you are equipped to provide timely and relevant advice to your clients.

Join us for our third Tales from the Courtroom event to take advantage of this opportunity to learn valuable lessons from the experiences of today’s litigation leaders.

From recent developments and critical case law to key issues and practice challenges, leading Ontario professionals will share best practices and updates to help you navigate the critical issues you face daily whether you are in private or public practice.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are vital components of building a thriving workplace culture but lasting change demands data-driven strategies and individual behavioral shifts to foster belonging, psychological safety, and inclusion. A science-based approach rooted in data collection and analysis is essential to understanding workplace demographics and how employees experience their environment, peers, and leadership.

• Intersections lunches and receptions to make new connections with lawyers in different practice areas and build your referral network
• Young Lawyers and NCA Candidates Breakfast | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | 8:00am
• The Mindful Lawyer: How to Cope with Compassion Fatigue | Thursday, February 6, 2025 | 8:00am
• The Inclusive Leader: You Think Your Workplace Culture is Inclusive, But What Does the Data Say? | Friday, February 7, 2025 | 8:00am