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The following articles are published by OBA Sections, including the Student Section. Members are encouraged to submit articles.

Editor: Cláudio Antônio Klaus Júnior 

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Exposed: What COVID-19 Has Taught Us

  • April 15, 2020
  • Gary Joseph, managing partner, MacDonald & Partners LLP

Gary's article offers insightful comments on the struggles evinced by the court system during this unprecedented time. He notes that the current court system is "paper intensive and people intensive" which isn't working any longer. In particular, he passes the torch to the younger members of the bar to ensure that complacency is over-ruled in favour of proactive actions by those best placed to know what needs to be done: the lawyers.

Family Law, Student Forum

Diversity versus Merit: A Questionable Juxtaposition

  • April 14, 2020
  • Anna S. P. Wong, Member-At-Large

When it comes to judicial diversity, we are often met with an argument about merit - that while it would be better to have more diverse judges, what is most important is that the best, most capable people are appointed. Anna Wong discusses why diversity and merit are concepts that are not at odds.

Women Lawyers Forum, Student Forum

April Wellness Tips - The Self-Care List

  • April 14, 2020
  • Nandi A O Deterville, WLF Secretary,

This month's edition of Wellness Tips features WLF Executive Member, Nandi Deterville's list of ways you can practice self-care.

Women Lawyers Forum, Student Forum

Keeping Up with Environmental Obligations in the Time of Covid-19

  • April 09, 2020
  • Jessica Boily, Anna Côté, Mark Youden, Alexei Paish, and Harry Dahme

COVID-19 has brought upheaval across all industries and sectors of society. While this is no less true with respect to environmental matters, many environmental legal requirements remain in place and require continued compliance, despite challenges faced by companies in Canada. On the other hand, many court proceedings and municipal processes have been suspended. This article sets out some practical guidance on how to navigate both ends of this spectrum.

Environmental Law, Student Forum

Force Majeure and COVID-19: Key Considerations for In-House Counsel

  • April 09, 2020
  • Wole Akinremi, legal counsel - contracting, KPMG LLP

Due to the current global COVID-19 pandemic, in-house counsel are being inundated with requests regarding the impact of the pandemic on their organization’s activities. The purpose of this article is to provide in-house counsel with strategies and tips to assist you as you navigate the legal and contractual issues your organization will face during these unprecedented times.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum