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Black History Month 2021: Lessons from the Civil Rights Movement

  • February 25, 2021
  • Angela Ogang, Newsletter Editor, Young Lawyers Division (Central)

We have to continuously speak about freedom, equality and equity because these are things that matter to all of us and they are constantly under attack. We need to take a deep dive into the lives of our heroes and trailblazers and see what lessons can be learned and applied to the challenges that we are facing today.

Student Forum, Young Lawyers' Division

Service Agreements: Common Contractual Errors

  • February 24, 2021
  • Anjana Bhaskaran, General Counsel, Box of Crayons, Inc.

There are nuances to be aware of when reviewing and negotiating a service agreement. These issues are important to address to ensure that the parties to the contract understand and agree to the nature and kind of services being provided thereunder. This article provides examples of common errors that are likely to be overlooked while reviewing and negotiating a service agreement and provides possible solutions to address problems that could arise.

Business Law, Student Forum

Jurisdiction, Bail, and the YCJA: R v TJM, 2021 SCC 6

  • February 24, 2021
  • Brock Jones

A review of the Supreme Court of Canada's decision of R v TJM, 2021 SCC 6, which address the jurisdiction of the Superior Court of Justice for youth bail hearings.

Child and Youth Law, Student Forum
Tiana Knight

A Seat at the Table

  • February 24, 2021
  • Tiana Knight, University of Windsor, Faculty of Law, JD Candidate, 2021

Black history is Canadian history—is world history—and during the month of February, not only is it important to discuss the accomplishments of Black lawyers and legal professionals, but also the work that still needs to be done to create a seat at the table for everyone within the profession.

Student Forum, Young Lawyers' Division
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Top 10 Lessons We Learned in 2020 to Survive Working from Home in 2021

  • February 24, 2021
  • Brennyn Watterton and Carolyn Poutiainen

As many of us are approaching the one-year anniversary of working from home, this can be an opportunity to reflect on how remote work is, or isn’t, working for you. Here are our top 10 lessons from 2020.

Student Forum, Young Lawyers' Division

Starting My Journey in the Midst of a Pandemic

  • February 24, 2021
  • Masha Brar, barrister and solicitor

The journey of a newly licensed lawyer beginning her own practice in the midst of a pandemic.

Citizenship and Immigration Law, Student Forum
Alexys Santos

Institute Series - Serving the Family

  • February 24, 2021
  • Alexys Santos, student-at-law, Dwyer Law Office

Law student, Alexys, provides her insight into the experience of attending the February 4, 2021 OBA Institute session on Professionalism and Ethics Challenges.

Family Law, Student Forum
Integrating Cultural Competency into Legal Education and Professional Conduct

Integrating Cultural Competency into Legal Education and Professional Conduct

  • February 20, 2021
  • Oyeyinka Oyelowo, Yinka Law

As our professional responsibilities require providing representation to an increasing number of multicultural clients, it is essential that the skills, attitude and values of cultural competency be integrated into legal education, professional development, and the rules of professional conduct.

Student Forum, Young Lawyers' Division