Albertans can now file civil claims of up to $100,000 in the Alberta Court of Justice, a doubling of the previous limit of $50,000. This is the first time in …
Category:
Legal News
-
-
Legal NewsPeople on the Move
Stephanie Kalinowski joins Torys as a partner in its pensions and employment practice
Stephanie Kalinowski has joined the law firm Torys as a new partner in its pensions and employment practice. As a seasoned lawyer, Kalinowski specializes in advising employers, plan administrators, and …
-
Legal News
Western Canadian law societies collaborate on competency profile to elevate legal practice standards
The Law Societies of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan have joined hands in a collaborative effort to develop the Western Canada Competency Profile (WCCP). This ambitious initiative aims to …
-
Legal News
Canadian Association of Black Lawyers launches survey to examine black experience in legal profession
The Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) has partnered with The Counsel Network, with the generous support of TD Ready Commitment, to initiate a groundbreaking survey targeting CABL members and …
-
Legal News
Law Society of Ontario implements virtual verification for client identity to combat fraud, ensure compliance
In a bid to modernize and enhance identity verification processes, the Law Society of Ontario has announced the adoption of virtual verification for client identity, effective January 1, 2024. The …
-
Legal NewsSexual Harassment
Law Society of Alberta’s Articling Placement Program offers safe exit for students facing harassment, discrimination
In an effort to assist articling students facing unsafe or untenable situations due to harassment or discrimination during their articles, the Law Society of Alberta has implemented the Articling Placement …
-
Legal News
Law Society of BC Benchers approve IERM report recommendations to improve Indigenous cultural safety
Law Society of BC Benchers unanimously approved the Indigenous Engagement in Regulatory Matters report and recommendations at the July 14, 2023 meeting. The objective of the report, created by the Indigenous Engagement …
-
Amendments to the Code of Professional Conduct for British Columbia’s provisions on discrimination, harassment and sexual harassment have been approved and adopted by the Benchers at their July 14 meeting. The changes …
-
The Law Society of Ontario honored several distinguished individuals with a degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD) at the Call to the Bar ceremonies held earlier this month. An LLD …
-
Legal News
Law Society of Ontario issues reminder about amendments to mandatory disclosure rules in the Income Tax Act
In the Budget Implementation Act 2023, the federal government has expanded the mandatory disclosure rules in the Income Tax Act (ITA). The impact of these changes may not be limited to tax practitioners …