On December 3, 2025, I had the pleasure of attending a program organized by the Ontario Bar Association entitled “Client Capacity: Your Practical Guide.” The program was moderated by Matthew Rendely of Loopstra Nixon LLP and featured a panel of excellent speakers including: Nima Hojjati of WEL Partners, Lisa Leinveer of Perez Procope Leinveer LLP and Hilary Van de Kamer of Robinsons Law.
The speakers provided practical advice and valuable insights into assessing capacity, spotting “red” flags, accommodating disability and navigating the legal steps if your client becomes incapable (or capacity is in question).
While every case will be different, the panel discussed certain specific things that every lawyer should keep in mind, if and when, a capacity issue arises for a client.