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Lawyers banned from practice for surveillance

Lawyers banned from practice for surveillance

• Lawyers banned from practice for judge surveillance likely to face more disciplinary actions: lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/professional-regulation/lawyers-banned-from-practice-for-judge-surveillance-likely-to-face-more-disciplinary-actions-lawyer/381035 • Quebec decision on Mohawk tobacco trade a 'game-changing advancement' in Aboriginal law, says lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general/quebec-decision-on-mohawk-tobacco-trade-a-game-changing-advancement-in-aboriginal-law-says-lawyer/381194 • Mandatory minimum sentences for child luring unconstitutional: Supreme Court of Canada https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/criminal/mandatory-minimum-sentences-for-child-luring-unconstitutional-supreme-court-of-canada/381103 • Former Department of Justice GC Angela Marinos joins the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/former-department-of-justice-gc-angela-marinos-joins-the-raoul-wallenberg-centre-for-human-rights/381240 • Ontario considers non-disclosure agreement ban for workplace sexual harassment and violence https://www.lawtimesnews.com/practice-areas/labour-and-employment/ontario-considers-non-disclosure-agreement-ban-for-workplace-sexual-harassment-and-violence/381159 • Why Clyde & Co LLP expanded Movember from moustaches to mental health in the profession https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/why-clyde-co-llp-expanded-movember-from-moustaches-to-mental-health-in-the-profession/381192 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Lawyers banned from practice for surveillance

Lawyers banned from practice for surveillance

• Lawyers banned from practice for judge surveillance likely to face more disciplinary actions: lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/professional-regulation/lawyers-banned-from-practice-for-judge-surveillance-likely-to-face-more-disciplinary-actions-lawyer/381035 • Quebec decision on Mohawk tobacco trade a 'game-changing advancement' in Aboriginal law, says lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general/quebec-decision-on-mohawk-tobacco-trade-a-game-changing-advancement-in-aboriginal-law-says-lawyer/381194 • Mandatory minimum sentences for child luring unconstitutional: Supreme Court of Canada https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/criminal/mandatory-minimum-sentences-for-child-luring-unconstitutional-supreme-court-of-canada/381103 • Former Department of Justice GC Angela Marinos joins the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/former-department-of-justice-gc-angela-marinos-joins-the-raoul-wallenberg-centre-for-human-rights/381240 • Ontario considers non-disclosure agreement ban for workplace sexual harassment and violence https://www.lawtimesnews.com/practice-areas/labour-and-employment/ontario-considers-non-disclosure-agreement-ban-for-workplace-sexual-harassment-and-violence/381159 • Why Clyde & Co LLP expanded Movember from moustaches to mental health in the profession https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/why-clyde-co-llp-expanded-movember-from-moustaches-to-mental-health-in-the-profession/381192 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

SCC nominee Moreau’s experience in Alberta

SCC nominee Moreau’s experience in Alberta

• SCC Justice nominee Mary Moreau noted for judicial experience and work modernizing Alberta courts https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/criminal/scc-justice-nominee-mary-moreau-noted-for-judicial-experience-and-work-modernizing-alberta-courts/380879 • Law Society of Ontario membership fees for lawyers and paralegals decreasing in 2024 https://www.lawtimesnews.com/resources/professional-regulation/law-society-of-ontario-membership-fees-for-lawyers-and-paralegals-decreasing-in-2024/380878 • Martin Denyes, the new firm managing partner at Fasken, offers advice on leadership https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/martin-denyes-the-new-firm-managing-partner-at-fasken-offers-advice-on-leadership/380956 • BC can move ahead with class action to recoup opioid-related damages from consultancy McKinsey https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/bc-can-move-ahead-with-class-action-to-recoup-opioid-related-damages-from-consultancy-mckinsey/380920 • Susanne Dandenault’s journey from competitive athlete to general counsel at Arctic Co-operatives https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/susanne-dandenaults-journey-from-competitive-athlete-to-general-counsel-at-arctic-co-operatives/380964 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Company loses case against in-house lawyers

Company loses case against in-house lawyers

• In-house lawyers win appeal defending against breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims https://www.lawtimesnews.com/practice-areas/corporate-commercial/in-house-lawyers-win-appeal-defending-against-breach-of-contract-and-fiduciary-duty-claims/380669 • Cybersecurity incident protection becoming prohibitively expensive as threats multiply, says lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/privacy-and-data/cybersecurity-incident-protection-becoming-prohibitively-expensive-as-threats-multiply-says-lawyer/380703 • B.C. introduces International Credentials Recognition Act https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/immigration/bc-introduces-international-credentials-recognition-act/380796 • Rosel Kim, senior staff lawyer, on the challenges of being selective while broadening LEAF's mandate https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/features/rosel-kim-senior-staff-lawyer-on-the-challenges-of-being-selective-while-broadening-leafs-mandate/380795 • Althea Francis is named general counsel at Public Prosecution Service of Canada https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/althea-francis-is-named-general-counsel-at-public-prosecution-service-of-canada/380767 • Lexpert has just published the 2023 Special Edition on Mining. This edition features the top mining lawyers and provides insights about how the demand for electric vehicles is spurring dealmaking across the mining industry https://premium.lexpert.ca/ca-2023-specialedition-mining-in-its-critical-moment/p/1 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Employment bar respond to ‘tax fraud’ slight

Employment bar respond to ‘tax fraud’ slight

• Employment bar fires back at columnist's claim their settlements often 'pretty close to tax fraud' https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/labour-and-employment/employment-bar-fires-back-at-columnists-claim-their-settlements-often-pretty-close-to-tax-fraud/380553 • How Reema Khawja’s work at the Ontario Human Rights Commission aligns with her values https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/how-reema-khawjas-work-at-the-ontario-human-rights-commission-aligns-with-her-values/380589 • Supreme Court says federal government overreached on constitutionality of Impact Assessment Act https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/supreme-court-says-federal-government-overreached-on-constitutionality-of-impact-assessment-act/380499 • Mid-level lawyers in demand, particularly in real estate, civil litigation, finds recruiter study https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/mid-level-lawyers-in-demand-particularly-in-real-estate-civil-litigation-finds-recruiter-study/380463 • Jay Vaghela supports Propel Holdings through exponential growth journey in his 10 years as GC https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/jay-vaghela-supports-propel-holdings-through-exponential-growth-journey-in-his-10-years-as-gc/380642 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Alberta courts caution against using AI

Alberta courts caution against using AI

• Alberta courts caution against using unverified citations generated by AI or large language models https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/alberta-courts-caution-against-using-unverified-citations-generated-by-ai-or-large-language-models/380383 • Nova Scotia Chief Justice Michael Wood on advocacy, court delays, and community engagement https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/nova-scotia-chief-justice-michael-wood-on-advocacy-court-delays-and-community-engagement/380382 • Alice Abbott brings global exposure, compliance, and regulatory background to GPS Capital Markets https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/alice-abbott-brings-global-exposure-compliance-and-regulatory-background-to-gps-capital-markets/380356 • In honouring future of law, Lexpert Rising Stars showcases 'future of business' too, says keynote https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/in-honouring-future-of-law-lexpert-rising-stars-showcases-future-of-business-too-says-keynote/380297 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

SCC on deportation, BC judge on innovation

SCC on deportation, BC judge on innovation

• Canada cannot deport on security grounds unless conduct at issue relates to national security: SCC https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/immigration/canada-cannot-deport-on-security-grounds-unless-conduct-at-issue-relates-to-national-security-scc/380115 • Chief Judge Melissa Gillespie on being open to change at the Provincial Court of British Columbia https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/chief-judge-melissa-gillespie-on-being-open-to-change-at-the-provincial-court-of-british-columbia/380195 • Chris Vollmershausen reflects on his rise to general counsel at Agnico Eagle Mines https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/chris-vollmershausen-reflects-on-his-rise-to-general-counsel-at-agnico-eagle-mines/380164 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Unlocking the secrets to legal innovation in 2023

Unlocking the secrets to legal innovation in 2023

While innovation is what drives the best law firms, it’s something many struggles to define, let alone demonstrate, for their clients. For McCarthy Tétrault, innovation is second nature. It means helping clients tackle their most pressing issues effectively and creatively. In this highly informative podcast sponsored by McCarthy Tétrault, we explore what legal innovation looks like, how it is being adapted, and how it can ultimately enable law firms to thrive in an era of rapid change and dynamic client demands. Listen to the podcast now and gain insights on: • The current challenges that law firms and clients are experiencing, and how they can collaborate to tackle their most pressing issues. • What to keep front of mind when leveraging and implementing • Real challenges that McCarthy Tétrault solved for their clients. • The explosive growth of AI and key opportunities for law firms and the broader business community. Don’t miss this essential podcast – hit play now.

Unbundling: from scarcity to abundance

Unbundling: from scarcity to abundance

• Sonali Sharma on unbundling and why lawyers need to shift from a scarcity to an abundance mindset https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/sonali-sharma-on-unbundling-and-why-lawyers-need-to-shift-from-a-scarcity-to-an-abundance-mindset/379985 • Sex work law does not make sex workers less safe and is Charter-compliant, finds judge https://www.lawtimesnews.com/news/general/sex-work-law-does-not-make-sex-workers-less-safe-and-is-charter-compliant-finds-judge/379946 • Businesses should start preparing now for climate-related opportunities and risks: Dentons partner https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/esg/businesses-should-start-preparing-now-for-climate-related-opportunities-and-risks-dentons-partner/380035 • Trust account misuse among reasons BC lawyer faces discipline for professional misconduct https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/professional-regulation/trust-account-misuse-among-reasons-bc-lawyer-faces-discipline-for-professional-misconduct/379910 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Anchoring AI in criminal law problematic

Anchoring AI in criminal law problematic

• Anchoring AI legislation in criminal law puts it in a ‘precarious position:’ researchers https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/privacy-and-data/anchoring-ai-legislation-in-criminal-law-puts-it-in-a-precarious-position-researchers/379637 • Helping advocates excel from the outset: The Advocates' Society's CEO Vicki White https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/helping-advocates-excel-from-the-outset-the-advocates-societys-ceo-vicki-white/379786 • Lincoln Alexander law school's new legal clinic to take a community-based approach: program director https://www.lawtimesnews.com/resources/legal-education/lincoln-alexander-law-schools-new-legal-clinic-to-take-a-community-based-approach-program-director/379747 • Meenu Ahluwalia blends community work with her legal role at the Department of Justice Canada https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/meenu-ahluwalia-blends-community-work-with-her-legal-role-at-the-department-of-justice-canada/379827 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers revealed

Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers revealed

• Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers for 2023 revealed by Canadian Lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general/top-25-most-influential-lawyers-for-2023-revealed-by-canadian-lawyer/379597 • From tough-on-crime to trauma-informed: Benjamin Perrin’s new book Indictment https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/criminal/from-tough-on-crime-to-trauma-informed-benjamin-perrins-new-book-indictment/379595 • Remote-work policies need to be intentional, says new book on hybrid work by lawyer and psychologist https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/remote-work-policies-need-to-be-intentional-says-new-book-on-hybrid-work-by-lawyer-and-psychologist/379553 • Frédéric Duguay builds a legal team to guide Canada Infrastructure Bank through major growth phase https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/frederic-duguay-builds-a-legal-team-to-guide-canada-infrastructure-bank-through-major-growth-phase/379568 • Alleged forced labour investigations highlight importance of engagement with ombudsperson: lawyers https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/esg/alleged-forced-labour-investigations-highlight-importance-of-engagement-with-ombudsperson-lawyers/379500 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

LSO moves to stop child abuser from practising

LSO moves to stop child abuser from practising

• Ontario legal regulator moves to stop man who admitted sexually abusing children from practising law https://www.lawtimesnews.com/resources/professional-regulation/ontario-legal-regulator-moves-to-stop-man-who-admitted-sexually-abusing-children-from-practising-law/379318 • Having a clear EDI strategy is key for organizations, says Canadian Tire’s Letecia Rose https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/esg/having-a-clear-edi-strategy-is-key-for-organizations-says-canadian-tires-letecia-rose/379353 • Many conflict-of-interest practices deficient, finds securities regulators' report https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/corporate-commercial/many-conflict-of-interest-practices-deficient-finds-securities-regulators-report/379419 • CiteRight and Jurisage merge as legal-tech companies gear up for entry into US market https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/legal-technology/citeright-and-jurisage-merge-as-legal-tech-companies-gear-up-for-entry-into-us-market/379383 • Steeves Bujold, outgoing CBA president, reflects on accomplishments of his term https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/professional-regulation/steeves-bujold-outgoing-cba-president-reflects-on-accomplishments-of-his-term/379382 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Patenting Chemical AI – legal issues & emerging opportunities

Patenting Chemical AI – legal issues & emerging opportunities

AI-based technology is becoming integral to businesses all over the world. But when it comes to research and patenting of inventions in the emerging field of Chemical AI, which revolves around the integration of chemistry and AI, there’s a plethora of complex challenges that if not properly handled can jeopardize a client’s most valuable asset. This informative podcast sponsored by Bereskin & Parr LLP breaks down the key developments of AI in chemistry and explores the nuances of intellectual property in the field of Chemical AI. Hear from Bereskin & Parr partners Patricia Folkins and Reshika Dhir on the different forms of IP protection and what legal professionals need to be aware of in this rapidly evolving field. Listen to the podcast now and learn: • The different ways AI assists with chemical research • How AI has been leveraged throughout the years • What can be protected, and what are the associated issues, concerns, and challenges • What other forms of IP protection can be used to protect chemical AI – and so much more This is an essential episode for anyone interested in learning more about AI, patents, and how to navigate new and emerging issues - hit play now.

Lawyer's passion led to business immigration practice

Lawyer's passion led to business immigration practice

• How Julie Lessard’s passion for international issues drove her to business immigration at BCF https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/immigration/how-julie-lessards-passion-for-international-issues-drove-her-to-business-immigration-at-bcf/379201 • Joel Roy on being a change agent in the legal department at Novartis https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/features/joel-roy-on-being-a-change-agent-in-the-legal-department-at-novartis/379244 • $5,000 award for Yorkshire Terrier bite in condo highlights limits of litigation: animal law lawyer https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/litigation/5000-award-for-yorkshire-terrier-bite-in-condo-highlights-limits-of-litigation-animal-law-lawyer/379207 • Alberta Court of King’s Bench rejects biological father’s guardianship application https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/family/alberta-court-of-kings-bench-rejects-biological-fathers-guardianship-application/379198 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Lawyers disciplined for surveilling judge

Lawyers disciplined for surveilling judge

• Lawyers involved in judge surveillance banned from practising law in Manitoba, fined $5,000 each https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/criminal/lawyers-involved-in-judge-surveillance-banned-from-practising-law-in-manitoba-fined-5000-each/378909 • Law profession at a 'critical juncture' says incoming dean of Osgoode Hall Law School Trevor Farrow https://www.lawtimesnews.com/resources/legal-education/law-profession-at-a-critical-juncture-says-incoming-dean-of-osgoode-hall-law-school-trevor-farrow/379045 • Robert Ellis on driving ethical and sustainable supply chains at Celestica https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/esg/robert-ellis-on-driving-ethical-and-sustainable-supply-chains-at-celestica/378951 ESG Summit – October 12 in Toronto: https://esg-summit.ca/#events__overview • Miller Thomson chair Peter Auvinen on rebranding, growth plans and how hybrid work has saved costs https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/practice-management/miller-thomson-chair-peter-auvinen-on-rebranding-growth-plans-and-how-hybrid-work-has-saved-costs/379002 • Community organizer and refugee Krisna Saravanamuttu’s shifts to defending clients’ Charter rights https://www.lawtimesnews.com/practice-areas/human-rights/community-organizer-and-refugee-krisna-saravanamuttus-shifts-to-defending-clients-charter-rights/378917 CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast. Get the latest CL Talk episodes automatically in your favourite podcast app, just click follow or subscribe.

Former CBA head, Indigenous lawyer Brad Regehr

Former CBA head, Indigenous lawyer Brad Regehr

• Young lawyers must temper passion with collegiality and respect, says former CBA pres. Brad Regehr: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/professional-regulation/young-lawyers-must-temper-passion-with-collegiality-and-respect-says-former-cba-pres-brad-regehr/378767 • Why early setbacks were a blessing in disguise for employment lawyer Nadia Zaman: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/labour-and-employment/why-early-setbacks-were-a-blessing-in-disguise-for-employment-lawyer-nadia-zaman/378765 • Legal departments must work closely with sustainability teams, says Aecon’s Prabh K. Banga: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/esg/legal-departments-must-work-closely-with-sustainability-teams-says-aecons-prabh-k-banga/378811 • Sellers who terminated real estate deal can’t rely on ‘time is of the essence’ clause: court https://www.lawtimesnews.com/practice-areas/real-estate/sellers-who-terminated-real-estate-deal-cant-rely-on-time-is-of-the-essence-clause-court/378808 -- CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast. Get the latest CL Talk episodes automatically in your favourite podcast app, just click follow or subscribe.

Racism suit against firm, $4.7M defamation award

Racism suit against firm, $4.7M defamation award

CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Cassels replaces 'old partner' office setup

Cassels replaces 'old partner' office setup

CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Legal hiring cooling, SCC on Safe Third Country

Legal hiring cooling, SCC on Safe Third Country

CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Civil case backlog, More FullStop benchers

Civil case backlog, More FullStop benchers

CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Thumbs up contract acceptance, Indian market

Thumbs up contract acceptance, Indian market

CL Talk will cover the current news about the legal profession in Canada. Our editorial team will read the top headlines from Canadian Lawyer, Law Times and Lexpert, delivering unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.