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As franchisees and franchisors contemplate re-opening their businesses, or have actually re-opened, there are a number of emerging issues that counsel will need to help their clients navigate.

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently issued a practice direction encouraging lawyers to conduct virtual mediations wherever possible during the suspension of in-court matters.

Bill 192 amends the Commercial Tenancies Act to prohibit certain actions by landlords if the landlord is or would be eligible to receive assistance from the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) for small businesses program and has not applied to receive the assistance. 

The OBA is committed to serving the whole lawyer from their desk to their doorstep – including parents who balance a busy career with a busy home life.

The OBA is committed to serving the whole lawyer. That is why this event will both get you up to speed on the latest caselaw and court operation updates you need to know, and provide you with critical strategies and insights on dealing with the vicarious trauma that many family lawyers experience as they engage with clients in emotional and trying circumstances.

Are you concerned about your financial future? These uncertain times have raised questions and anxieties for some new and soon-to-be lawyers.

Corporations act through human actors. When the older adult serves as the principal or agent of a corporation, capacity can affect their duties and trigger problems needing legal resolution.

As technology evolves to more effectively respond and support the justice system, electronic trials are becoming more prevalent.

The suspension of in-court matters due to the global pandemic and the courts’ desire to move matters forward, have resulted in the rapid innovation of court processes for IP litigation, including virtual hearings and mediations, e-filing and virtual cross-examinations and discoveries.

The OBA YLD East invites you to join us on June 12th to hear from The Honourable Madam Justice Sheilah Martin who will deliver a keynote address to young lawyers.