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Ethics, Civility and Professional Responsibility in the Courtroom, Mediation and Beyond - 2018

November 15, 2019
Ayushi Kiran, articling student, Crown Law Office - Civil

This article gives an overview of the CPD program conducted by the Insurance Law Section in 2018 which was well received and is returning on November 22, 2019. This program contains a total of 3 hours of Professionalism content and it qualifies for LAWPRO Risk Management Credit.

Compliance Inspections: The Process, Verifying Compliance, and Issues Ahead

November 14, 2019
Valerie Kleinman, head of compliance and inspections at Green and Spiegel LLP

A summary of the compliance process for temporary foreign workers and the new issues arising as a result of changes in the law and policy.

Blaney's Appeals: Court of Appeal Summaries (November 4 – 8 2019)

November 14, 2019
John Polyzogopoulos

Congratulations to Blaney's Chad Kopach for successfully acting in First National Financial GP Corporation v. Golden Dragon HO 10 Inc. The case involved a motion by a receiver for directions in respect of the debtors’ appeal of a sales approval and vesting order. The sale and vesting order were preserved.

Challenges for Advocating on Behalf of Parties Under a Disability

November 14, 2019
M. Max Chaudhary, Chaudhary Law Office,

A review of some of the challenges faced by persons with disabilities and solutions when advocating on their behalf on immigration applications

Caregivers in Canada – Ten Tips for Managing Legal Strategies to Support Caregivers

November 12, 2019
Melissa M. Babel, B.A. (Hons) LL.B, barrister and solicitor

What lawyers need to know in order to serve their caregiver clients.

Civil Action Seeking Damages for Alleged Workplace Harassment is Statute-Barred

November 12, 2019
Giovanna Di Sauro

The Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal recently ruled in Decision No. 1227/19 that a worker was statute-barred from pursuing a civil action in respect of alleged workplace harassment. This decision clarifies how work-related accidents and associated injuries may fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the workers’ compensation benefits scheme.

Staying Organized: Tips for Personal File Management

November 12, 2019
Marisa Lau, associate at Grinhaus Law

A lawyer’s time is their most important asset. Therefore, having the right tools to help you manage your workload efficiently at the office is crucial.

Taking a Parental Leave – Potential Options and Cross-Jurisdictional Improvements

November 11, 2019
Deepa Tailor, Member-at-Large

Taking a parental leave as a practicing lawyer is challenging, both emotionally and financially. Deepa Tailor (Tailor Law) highlights potential options for lawyers taking a parental leave and shares a comparison of how parental leave programs for lawyers vary between jurisdictions.

November Wellness Tips - Surviving the Fall Semester of Law School

November 11, 2019
Julia Chumak, Student Member-at-Large

With the mid-semester blues hitting, Julia Chumak provides some tips on how she stays positive and energized through this busy period in law school.

CPD Review: Associates Roundtable on Salary Negotiation

November 11, 2019
Aarohi Kumar, Member & LPP Candidate

Missed our recent program on salary negotiation? Aarohi Kumar provides a recap.

Tracking Preferences

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