Restrictive Covenants in the Legal Profession — On-Demand Webinar
Presented by the Employment Lawyers Association of Ontario (ELAO)
Watch this timely panel discussion on restrictive covenants in the legal profession, covering recent case law, LSO guidance, and the real-world impact of non-compete and non-solicitation clauses on firms and departing lawyers. The session explores how to navigate these agreements while balancing professional obligations, business interests, and evolving workplace realities — including the LSO’s position on business realities and the impact of restrictive covenants on marginalized groups.
Topics covered:
- Non-competition and non-solicitation clauses in the legal profession
- The LSO and Rules of Professional Conduct
- LSO’s position on business realities
- Impact of restrictive covenants on marginalized groups
- Panel discussion and Q&A
Featuring:
Cenobar Parker (Parker Law Group), Kelly Gerra (Law Society of Ontario), Jennifer Heath (Piccolo Heath LLP), and Shalini Konanur (South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario)
CPD Eligibility: 1 hour 35 minutes (1 hour 10 minutes Professionalism, 25 minutes EDI)

