An Ontario lawyer who repeatedly lied to clients about the status of their cases and created fictitious documents had his licence revoked by the Law Society Tribunal after it rejected …
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Professional partnership contracts come under scrutiny in Ontario court case
An Ontario court has ruled in favour of allowing a lawyer and his professional corporation to pursue claims against both a law firm and its individual partners in a dispute …
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BCF expands labour and employment law expertise in Quebec with acquisition of Gravel2 Avocats
BCF Business Law has acquired Gravel2 Avocats, a boutique firm specializing in labour and employment law, in a move that strengthens BCF’s presence in the Québec market and expands its …
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Ontario court halts workers’ compensation class action until plaintiffs secure legal counsel
A proposed class action challenging the constitutionality of workers’ compensation regimes across Canada has been stalled after the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that the lead plaintiffs must retain …
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Several law firms and legal-related organizations in British Columbia have been recognized as top workplaces in the province, earning a spot on BC’s Top Employers 2025 list. The annual designation, …
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Legal News
Newfoundland and Labrador appoints 12 new King’s Counsel including Michelle Willette, Ian Patey
Twelve senior lawyers in Newfoundland and Labrador have received the honorary King’s Counsel designation, marking their contributions to the legal community and public service. The province’s Justice and Public Safety …
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The Saskatchewan government has appointed three new judges to the Provincial Court, naming Cynthia Alexander to Regina, and Lori O’Connor and Buffy Rodgers to Prince Albert. Justice Minister and Attorney …
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FeaturedLegal NewsProfessional Misconduct
‘Reign of terror’: Alberta lawyer receives six-month suspension for workplace abuse, document falsification
A Calgary-based lawyer has been suspended for six months after an independent hearing committee found he harassed and intimidated articling students and staff over an extended period, falsified legal documents, …
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McCarthy Tétrault has been honoured with the 2025 Catalyst Award for its “Inclusion Now” strategy, which focuses on addressing barriers to equity and advancing diversity within the legal profession. The …
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Legal NewsPeople on the Move
Kerry Hatfield appointed as Newfoundland and Labrador’s Information and Privacy Commissioner
Kerry Hatfield has been appointed Newfoundland and Labrador’s Information and Privacy Commissioner, effective Dec. 5, 2024. The announcement was made by Derek Bennett, Speaker of the House of Assembly, following …
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