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The OBA’s annual Advertising & Marketing Law program is back to bring you up to speed! Ensure you have the expertise to advise your clients on how to effectively advertise and market their business without getting tripped up by legislative and regulatory hurdles. Get up-to-date on the ever-evolving field of advertising and marketing law, as you gather critical insights and key strategies from our exceptional faculty. Navigate the current trends and enhance your understanding of key developments in marketing and advertising law

Whether you are immersed in condo law issues, find condo law questions periodically coming up in your practice or are looking to expand your work into condo law, this program is for you. Join our expert faculty as they delve into unique and nuanced issues in condo formation, governance, management and dispute resolution. You’ll walk away with valuable advice and added confidence to tackle condo law issues in your practice. Register today!

The Annual Class Actions Colloquium is back for its 16th year! Join our outstanding faculty of speakers as they provide critical insights on emerging issues. Hear perspectives from judges in our popular “Views from the Bench” panel and gather practical tips to help you confidently navigate the issues arising in your practice.

Buying and selling a business is an important event in the life of a client that solicitors are asked to help with. Join your colleagues for a thoughtful and engaging day as you gather practical, hands-on guidance on the process of buying and selling a business. From the initial client contact to the final reporting letter, you will walk away with a general understanding of the key things to be aware of at each stage of a business transaction, with real-world application through a detailed fact pattern.

Whether you are a family law specialist, general practitioner or new to family law, take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to master the full spectrum of contracts for your family law clients.

With Canada’s aging population, preparing for future decision-making is more important than ever. Join our expert faculty to ensure that you have the knowledge and skills you need to guide your clients and their family members.

Back for its 23rd year, the Annual Charter Conference brings together leading constitutional scholars and practitioners along with esteemed members of the judiciary for an in-depth review of the latest developments in Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms law and practice. Hear from our expert faculty as they address recent Supreme Court of Canada jurisprudence, upcoming cases, and developing trends. If you deal with Charter issues in your practice, you don’t want to miss this essential event.

This full day program will review the latest developments in litigating an employment law file. Our expert faculty will walk you through both the foundational law and emerging issues you need to be aware of. This year, we take it one step further with a focus on litigation strategy, providing you with the necessary skills and best practices you need to successfully represent your clients at every stage in the litigation process. Our stellar panel of experienced employment lawyers and our keynote speaker from the bench will share valuable insights to help you understand the tactical and strategic considerations that go into proceeding by way of summary judgment motion or a simplified trial. Whether you are a new call or a seasoned veteran, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and improve your skills.

In today’s increasingly digital world, technology contracts are commonplace, ever evolving and play a critical role in acquiring, developing, or using products and services.

With constant technological advances and societal changes, privacy law is continually evolving. Ensure you have the expertise and insights to tackle a wide array of current issues in privacy law with this essential program. Direct your own learning by selecting from breakout sessions.

The OBA Franchise Law Section is pleased to invite you to its flagship event, the 23rd Annual Franchise Law Conference. This event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into franchise law from a distinguished faculty of legal experts.

Buying and selling a business is an important event in the life of a client that solicitors are asked to help with. Join your colleagues for a thoughtful and engaging day as you gather practical, hands-on guidance on the process of buying and selling a business. From the initial client contact to the final reporting letter, you will walk away with a general understanding of the key things to be aware of at each stage of a business transaction, with real-world application through a detailed fact pattern.

Whether you are a family law specialist, general practitioner or new to family law, take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to master the full spectrum of contracts for your family law clients.

Join us to gain practical strategies for administering complex estates and trusts. Our expert faculty will provide insights on critical topics,

What are the most pressing professionalism issues facing business lawyers today? Join your colleagues as our expert panelists delve into emerging trends, key cases and developments on important ethical and practice management issues, and the resulting impacts for your practice.

Join leading lawyers, arbitrators, and mediators across Ontario’s construction projects sector to learn about current trends and best practices in the resolution of disputes outside of the Courts. Our seasoned practitioners will also review market trends on dispute resolution processes (DRPs) and drafting best practices when developing DRP clauses in construction contracts.

Whether you are an experienced litigator or a recently-called lawyer, you do not want to miss this exciting program on the civil trial process. In this unique program, you’ll hear from experienced judges who have presided over countless trials and have seen first-hand what trial techniques work and what mistakes litigators often make. Civil litigators can pick up valuable advice and strategies from the Bench to ensure that they master their craft. We look forward to seeing you there.

Are you relatively new to the world of real estate law or looking to diversify or expand your practice? If so, join our expert speakers to analyze, among other topics, the purpose of the commercial lease, the essential elements of a commercial leasing transaction, the common drafting errors that could expose your clients to liability, and the steps you should be doing at each stage to ensure you are representing the best interests of your tenant or landlord clients.

Join us for this popular annual program targeted specifically at tax practitioners to get helpful insights and advice on the critical ethical and professionalism issues facing you in your practice.

Buying and selling a business is an important event in the life of a client that solicitors are asked to help with. Join your colleagues for a thoughtful and engaging day as you gather practical, hands-on guidance on the process of buying and selling a business. From the initial client contact to the final reporting letter, you will walk away with a general understanding of the key things to be aware of at each stage of a business transaction, with real-world application through a detailed fact pattern.

Contracts are central to the practice of family law, and it is critical that family lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to confidently navigate the wide array of contracts that arise in this legal practice.

Join our expert faculty for guidance on handling the ethical and professionalism issues impacting your litigation practice. Gain strategies to confidently navigate complex matters and take active steps towards building a more inclusive profession. Plus, get all the professionalism and EDI hours you need in one valuable event. Register now to secure your spot!

Join your colleagues at this popular annual program to gain practical advice and updates on the Canadian capital markets and the continually evolving realm of securities regulations. Hear directly from senior representatives of the Ontario Securities Commission, the Toronto Stock Exchange, the TSX Venture Exchange and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization, as well as a senior securities practitioner about how the past year unfolded in Ontario’s capital markets, and what changes can be expected.

Join your municipal and planning law colleagues at this annual program to gain strategies for managing professionalism related issues within your practice. Hear valuable insights from our experienced practitioners on handling the tricky issues, including best practices for communications with elected officials, and municipal entities (including non-share corporations that are wholly owned by a municipality). In addition, gather key strategies for dealing with self-represented parties at the Ontario Land Tribunal.

Whether you are an experienced practitioner looking to brush up on your skills or preparing for your first Will challenge, you won’t want to miss this essential program. Join our expert faculty as they delve into the legal grounds and procedural aspects of a Will challenge, including issues of testamentary capacity, undue influence, and improper execution.

Buying and selling a business is an important event in the life of a client that solicitors are asked to help with. Join your colleagues for a thoughtful and engaging day as you gather practical, hands-on guidance on the process of buying and selling a business. From the initial client contact to the final reporting letter, you will walk away with a general understanding of the key things to be aware of at each stage of a business transaction, with real-world application through a detailed fact pattern.

Contracts are central to the practice of family law, and it is critical that family lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to confidently navigate the wide array of contracts that arise in this legal practice.

Canada’s M&A environment continues to evolve in response to technological innovations and today’s business challenges. Stay current on market practices and emerging trends as our expert faculty review legal trends in Canadian Private M&A.

Our most popular Administrative Law Section event is back again this year to bring you up to speed on the latest judicial review jurisprudence and trends. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion with our esteemed panel, The Honourable Justice David Stratas of the Federal Court of Appeal and Professor Paul Daly of the University of Ottawa, who will share their expert insights on understanding the most significant developments in the law of judicial review. Practitioners will appreciate the unique opportunity to ask questions at any time during this open and informal dialogue.

Are you ready to take your cross-examination skills to the next level? Join us for a unique afternoon with esteemed litigator, Marie Henein. Gain key insights and advice to help you transform your courtroom presence and master the art of questioning a witness. Learn how to anticipate potential pitfalls and respond with confidence.

Join our seasoned practitioners for a deep dive into some alternative pathways available to your clients beyond Express Entry. You’ll gain critical insights for navigating key issues for your practice, including updates to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), and practical tips on how to use the Atlantic Canadian Provincial Nominee Programs and Atlantic Immigration Programs.

Join us for this highly practical discussion on the permanent residence pathways available for business applicants, including the Federal Start-Up Visa Program and other creative strategies for entrepreneurs and workers to get on pathways to permanent residence.

Amendments to By-law 7.1 will come into force on January 1, 2025, requiring licensees in private practice to maintain a client contingency plan for their professional business. Preparing for the possibility that you are suddenly or unexpectedly unable to practise law or provide legal services is essential to ensure your clients’ legal interests are protected. Join us to make sure that you are up to speed on the new Law Society requirement and equipped with the necessary insights to get your client contingency plan in place.

Contracts are central to the practice of family law, and it is critical that family lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to confidently navigate the wide array of contracts that arise in this legal practice.

What are the most pressing professionalism issues facing business lawyers today? Join your colleagues as our expert panelists delve into emerging trends, key cases and developments on important ethical and practice management issues, and the resulting impacts for your practice.

Law firms are increasingly integrating technology and AI into their daily operations. As young lawyers kick off their careers, this creates opportunities for them to become experts and even advocates for AI within their firms or organizations. Learn from a panel of technology experts, and current associates, about how to leverage your position and emerging AI systems to support your team and grow your own practice.

As lawyers, clients come to us for support during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. This essential program will give you the tools you need to be able to offer that support, and effectively advocate for your client’s needs. Learn from experienced lawyer and advocate, Leanne Goldstein, as she breaks down the steps in client management, from the first intake meeting, and gives you practical knowledge

As lawyers, clients come to us for support during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. This essential program will give you the tools you need to be able to offer that support, and effectively advocate for your client’s needs. Learn from experienced lawyer and advocate, Leanne Goldstein, as she breaks down the steps in client management, from the first intake meeting, and gives you practical knowledge

Join our expert faculty for guidance on handling the ethical and professionalism issues impacting your litigation practice. Gain strategies to confidently navigate complex matters and take active steps towards building a more inclusive profession. Plus, get all the professionalism and EDI hours you need in one valuable event. Register now to secure your spot!

The OBA Women Lawyers Forum’s Pathways to Power series returns, as we continue to shine a light on the successful journeys of distinguished female lawyers into positions of power and influence. Gather insights and inspiration from our panel of highly esteemed female lawyers who are leaders in the legal field and beyond. Hear about their career trajectories, aspirations and experiences, and how they overcame the challenges along the way.

As lawyers, clients come to us for support during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. This essential program will give you the tools you need to be able to offer that support, and effectively advocate for your client’s needs. Learn from experienced lawyer and advocate, Leanne Goldstein, as she breaks down the steps in client management, from the first intake meeting, and gives you practical knowledge