Articles 2021

Lawyers and other legal professionals have a strong tradition of giving back to their profession and the community through volunteerism, and that tradition does not need to be interrupted by the pandemic. There are still plenty of ways to get involved and give back, and in many cases, it is now easier than ever to volunteer.

Social conventions in Canada have evolved to the point where more and more couples are choosing to live together as common law partners. Yet in Ontario, there is a huge distinction between common law partners and married couples in terms of property rights and entitlements upon death. This article looks at some important issues that common law partners should consider sooner rather than later.

The recent social distancing initiatives and work from home policies have left us with a lot of time on our own. Why not use this excess introspective time to make small changes in the way you interact and communicate with others? In this article, Daniel Lo identifies the three types of people that make the greatest social impact and shares his perspectives on the benefits of working on your personal brand.

In this thought-provoking article, Rolando Aguilera reflects on Hispanic Heritage Month 2020 and shares candidly what he understands to be his responsibilities and duties to others, as informed by his parents’ teachings and guidance.

The Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association marked this year's Hispanic Heritage Month with a timely discussion on diversity in the judiciary. It is an issue that is particularly important to the Hispanic and Latin American community in Canada, given that there are currently no federally appointed Latino judges and only one provincially appointed Latino judge. This article highlights some key points from the panel discussion and shares practical tips from the panelists.