Complimentary Archived Video What You Need to Know About the New Trademark and Patent Agent Privilege December 12, 2016 In June 2016, amendments to the Trademarks Act and Patent Act established a statutory privilege for certain communications between trademark agents/patent agents and their clients.
Complimentary Archived Video The New Landscape of PTSD Claims and Return to Work Plans December 01, 2016 With the passing of Bill 163, Supporting Ontario’s First Responders Act (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder), 2016, and the WSIB Policy which followed, there is a great deal of interest in PTSD in the compensation community.
Complimentary Archived Video Networking Tips for Women Lawyers: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities December 01, 2016 Networking is critical to career advancement whether we are looking for new clients, making transitions within our current organizations, searching for a new job, or forming relationships with other lawyers to build a more rewarding career.
Complimentary Archived Video MOECC Cap & Trade Program Part II: A Deeper Dive into Climate Change Legislation November 29, 2016 Join your colleagues in this follow-up to our popular MOECC Cap & Trade program and deepen your knowledge of Ontario’s new climate change legislation and the compliance obligation that started on January 1, 2017.
Complimentary Archived Video Service Animals and the Law November 28, 2016 Service animals provide an important support for people with a variety of visible and invisible disabilities. It is essential that service providers and employers understand the state of the law around service animals to avoid running afoul of their obligations.
Complimentary Archived Video Professionalism for Charity and Not-for-Profit Lawyers November 24, 2016 What are some of the distinct ethical issues faced by Charity and Not-for-Profit lawyers? Join your colleagues at this unique and engaging session, where our expert faculty will delve into ethical scenarios that are common to these areas of practice.
Complimentary Archived Video Cultural Competency and Your ADR Practice November 23, 2016 Canada prides itself on being a diverse society that welcomes and encourages people of various cultural backgrounds. In this increasingly multicultural environment, it is not uncommon for you to find yourself in a cross-cultural situation where clients are bringing different cultures to the table.
Complimentary Archived Video Managing Family Conflicts in Estate Administration November 22, 2016 When family members disagree, the emotional impact has the potential to significantly complicate your role in administering an estate. Ensure you have the proper tools and strategies to handle family conflict in your estate administration files with this essential program.
Complimentary Archived Video Vital Skills for the Immigration Practitioner: Written Advocacy for the Immigration Lawyer November 21, 2016 As immigration lawyers our role is to advocate for our clients and to help them achieve their immigration goals – whether it is to obtain a work permit, sponsor a spouse, become a permanent resident of Canada, or launch a successful challenge to a refusal.
Complimentary Archived Video Career Planning and Financial Management for Lawyers November 17, 2016 Top of mind for many young lawyers is how to plan for and achieve financial stability and career success. Our panel of experienced professionals will share their strategies for career planning and financial management.