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Title
Apr 29, 2022
Police breach Charter right to counsel by undermining lawyer-client trust: SCC
Apr 29, 2022
Jean Bédard joins the ranks of Conlin Bedard
Apr 29, 2022
Advertising and marketing law legend Brenda Pritchard explains how it is done
Apr 29, 2022
Employers fall short when it comes to training opportunities
Apr 29, 2022
Many new hires unhappy with onboarding experience
Apr 29, 2022
RBC, CIBC to lend Elon Musk $1.5 billion for Twitter takeover
Apr 29, 2022
Lenczner Slaght in four corporate litigation cases
Apr 29, 2022
Privacy commissioner issues updated guidance on public interest disclosure by federal institutions
Apr 29, 2022
Verbal contract for selling insurance products illegal and unenforceable after agent's bankruptcy
Apr 29, 2022
Insurance clause wording, schedules cover each location separately: Ontario Court of Appeal
Apr 29, 2022
Testator of will mentally competent but unduly influenced: Quebec Court of Appeal
Apr 29, 2022
Public salary disclosure would improve transparency and accountability at the Law Society of Ontario
Apr 29, 2022
'We're on the roadmap for heading into a recession'
Apr 29, 2022
Greenberg Traurig launches energy & infrastructure practice in Asia- Pacific region
Apr 29, 2022
Top Immigration Law Boutiques 2022-23
Apr 29, 2022
Top Immigration Law Boutiques for 2022-23 unveiled by Canadian Lawyer
Apr 28, 2022
Law Society of Alberta acknowledges systemic discrimination in the legal profession
Apr 28, 2022
Law student profile: Dalhousie law student's journey from U.S. was her biggest challenge
Apr 28, 2022
Intellectual property law scholars express 'deep concern' over proposed changes to Copyright Act
Apr 28, 2022
Barreau du Québec welcomes tabling of legislation to improve access to legal services
Apr 28, 2022
N.L. Supreme Court removes estate administrator based on conflict of interest
Apr 28, 2022
Acheson Sweeney Foley appear in Federal Court for systemic racism suit against CSC
Apr 28, 2022
Judge erred in assuming factors favour plaintiff in evaluating class action: B.C. Court of Appeal
Apr 28, 2022
In family law, do courts treat mothers and fathers differently?
Apr 28, 2022
HSF continues Asia expansion with partner and counsel promotions
Apr 27, 2022
Genevieve Richard supports significant modernization strategy at VIA Rail
Apr 27, 2022
Experts discuss trends in restructuring and insolvency at Torys webinar
Apr 27, 2022
Canadian Civil Liberties Association slams federal government’s vision for Emergencies Act inquiry
Apr 27, 2022
Top Corporate Law Boutiques 2022-23
Apr 27, 2022
Simmons & Simmons promotes Clarence Ding to partner in Singapore
Apr 27, 2022
Top Corporate Law Boutiques for 2022-23 unveiled by Canadian Lawyer
Apr 26, 2022
Alternate dispute resolution mechanisms becoming more of a feature in insolvency cases: report
Apr 26, 2022
Legislative changes, recent caselaw and how the world is catching up on estates
Apr 26, 2022
Saskatchewan names two new provincial court judges: Ian William Mokuruk, Bryce Pashovitz
Apr 26, 2022
New legislation aiming to improve child welfare system in Yukon to come into effect
Apr 26, 2022
Bennett Jones, Osler assist in $286-million Chirano Gold Mine deal
Apr 26, 2022
Ontario Court of Appeal affirms annulment of discharge from bankruptcy
Apr 26, 2022
Lawyer bears some responsibility for slip-and-fall injury in courthouse: Ontario court
Apr 26, 2022
Evidence available at trial not fresh evidence on appeal: Ontario Court of Appeal
Apr 26, 2022
Court makes ruling on pandemic coverage
Apr 26, 2022
Aussie High Court slaps union with maximum penalty under Fair Work Act
Apr 26, 2022
More than six percent of US college students plan to apply to law school: survey
Apr 25, 2022
Law professor Jamie Chai Yun Liew's family migration to Canada informs her legal career
Apr 25, 2022
Lawyers discuss vaccination policies, electronic monitoring, and the right to disconnect in Ontario
Apr 25, 2022
Michael Gottheil appointed as Canada’s first accessibility commissioner
Apr 25, 2022
Initial testimony can still be used despite change in judge: SCC
Apr 25, 2022
How can contract automation redefine the roles within your team
Apr 25, 2022
Clyde & Co promotes 23 partners across its global network
Apr 22, 2022
CBA project assisting Tunisian lawyers protect rule of law amid Tunisia's constitutional backslide
Apr 22, 2022
Law Society of New Brunswick's aims to drive modernization of province's rules of court
Apr 22, 2022
Embracing the future while preserving storied history top of mind for Andrew Penhale
Apr 22, 2022
Roundup of law firm hires, promotions, departures: Apr. 25, 2022 update
Apr 22, 2022
Lax O'Sullivan Lisus Gottlieb, Gowling WLG in $173 million Commercial List case
Apr 22, 2022
Stikeman Elliott assists Tamarack's $93 million acquisition of U.S.-based oil producer Rolling Hills
Apr 22, 2022
Judge lacks jurisdiction to hear suit for damages filed against co-worker, employer: B.C. court
Apr 22, 2022
Our justice system should not go back to normal pre-COVID days
Apr 22, 2022
Law student profile: Indigenous grandmother graduates from University of Alberta, wins Abella Prize
Apr 22, 2022
Ontario Court of Appeal upholds order for mother's psychiatric assessment at end of trial
Apr 22, 2022
Mortgagee who 'properly' exercises power of sale not accountable for fair market value
Apr 22, 2022
Limitation period clock starts with 'plausible inference of liability,' not receipt of evidence
Apr 22, 2022
Concurrent tortfeasors can cause same injury despite distinct events: Nova Scotia Supreme Court
Apr 22, 2022
Manitoba reminds employers to ensure workplace safety
Apr 22, 2022
Ontario MPP's Bill addresses flaws in occupational disease claims adjudication
Apr 22, 2022
Alberta proposes changes to labour rules
Apr 22, 2022
Is business travel ready for take-off?
Apr 22, 2022
Are pay raises the answer to labour shortage?
Apr 22, 2022
How to add value throughout the estate administration process
Apr 21, 2022
Ontario ‘right to disconnect’ law doesn't actually create that right, webinar attendees told
Apr 21, 2022
How insurers are winning the battle for talent
Apr 21, 2022
G+T helps Ardent Leisure sell entertainment business to Dave & Buster's for $1.1bn
Apr 21, 2022
Torys, Smart & Biggar appear at SCC on IP dispute between Nova Chemicals, Dow Chemical
Apr 21, 2022
How the Nelson v. Marchi SCC decision clarified the policy-decision immunity defence
Apr 21, 2022
Accepting valuator's opinion on valuation to end corporate deadlock 'just and equitable'
Apr 21, 2022
Nova Scotia seeks changes to Public Prosecution Service appointment process
Apr 21, 2022
Alberta proposes new law to establish regulatory sandbox framework for finance sector
Apr 21, 2022
Law student profile: life at the University of New Brunswick's law school
Apr 21, 2022
Mediation for divorce: The benefits and pitfalls
Apr 21, 2022
Clyde & Co makes slew of senior promotions
Apr 21, 2022
King & Spalding recruits international arbitration partner Nils Eliasson in Singapore
Apr 20, 2022
How to expedite examination of your trademark application
Apr 20, 2022
CIBC named one of Canada’s greenest employers
Apr 20, 2022
Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund calls for full decriminalization of adult sex work in Canada
Apr 20, 2022
Spring weather brings increased claims related to potholes in roadways, sidewalks
Apr 20, 2022
Recent case sparks debate: should physicians owe duty of care to children before conception?
Apr 20, 2022
Voting is now open for Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers
Apr 20, 2022
The reporting structure of legal, compliance, risk, and privacy leadership
Apr 19, 2022
Report warns of overreliance on negative-emissions technology in achieving net-zero
Apr 19, 2022
Making the legal argument why Cape Breton Island should be its own entity separate from Nova Scotia
Apr 19, 2022
Brenda Plowman on her new role as president of the Legal Marketing Association
Apr 19, 2022
Bill tabled to protect privacy rights during digital device examination at Canadian borders
Apr 19, 2022
New guidance for legal professionals dealing with sanctions imposed on Russia, Belarus released
Apr 19, 2022
Double hearsay insufficient to support a finding of contempt of order: Alberta Court of Appeal
Apr 19, 2022
Wrong calculation used for spousal support award: B.C. Court of Appeal
Apr 19, 2022
Beneficiary’s interest dictates security from sale of property following litigation cancellation
Apr 19, 2022
McCarthy Tétrault assists Dialogue Health’s $70-million acquisition of Tictrac
Apr 19, 2022
Employer must pay US$450,000 after throwing birthday party
Apr 19, 2022
Women to continue leading IPTA following unopposed re-election
Apr 19, 2022
Delayed diagnosis cases among most challenging for plaintiff lawyers
Apr 19, 2022
Mayer Brown strengthens Japan capability with relocation of Myles Mantle
Apr 18, 2022
Nathalie Clark brings wide range of expertise to GC role at Aurora Cannabis
Apr 18, 2022
Vecima Networks appoints Heather Asher as general counsel and corporate secretary
Apr 18, 2022
The state of corporate law departments
Apr 18, 2022
Return to in-person hearings means lawyers must find efficiencies elsewhere
Apr 18, 2022
COVID-19 and the courts: Apr. 18, 2022 update
Apr 18, 2022
World’s best law schools revealed for 2022
Apr 18, 2022
Child custody case heard at SCC, Smart & Biggar on several patent lawsuits in Federal Court
Apr 18, 2022
Charter violations not serious enough to outweigh societal interest in hearing case on merits: SCC
Apr 18, 2022
The dangers of voter apathy at the Law Society of Ontario
Apr 18, 2022
DLA Piper (Canada), two other firms make three appearances each before Commercial List court
Apr 18, 2022
Dentist not required to disclose low risk of chronic pain from root canal: B.C. Court of Appeal
Apr 18, 2022
Standard mortgage clause does not protect undisclosed, 'actual' mortgagee : Alberta Court of Appeal
Apr 18, 2022
Practice of animal law gives pets, domestic animals and wildlife a 'voice' conference attendees told
Apr 14, 2022
Why many employees will resign if they don't get paid more
Apr 14, 2022
Should turning on cameras and microphones in meetings be mandatory?
Apr 14, 2022
Why many employees will resign if they don't get paid more
Apr 14, 2022
Should turning on cameras and microphones in meetings be mandatory?
Apr 14, 2022
B.C. plans to make it easier for workplaces to unionize
Apr 14, 2022
Ex-dealing rep's faulty advice leads to tax liability for senior spouses
Apr 14, 2022
Ontario Minister of Labour: 'It's clear the system is not working for everyone'
Apr 13, 2022
Novalex Special Advisor John Coleman discusses the firm’s innovation and the changing business world
Apr 13, 2022
Kelly Kwan leaves Uber to build a legal function at online car retailer Clutch
Apr 13, 2022
The role of general counsel in the new era of sustainable transformation: Lex Mundi report
Apr 13, 2022
Federal budget invests in equity-based policies and creates more obligations for employers
Apr 13, 2022
Shearman & Sterling enhances global M&A practice with hire of Kok Jin Ong in Singapore
Apr 12, 2022
Water security will be growing focus of ESG issues in mining industry: Bennett Jones lawyer
Apr 12, 2022
Canada and U.S. negotiating cross-border data-sharing agreement
Apr 12, 2022
Alberta tables legislation to require prospective judges to undergo sexual assault law education
Apr 12, 2022
Managing partner Bryson Stokes on Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP’s winning brand
Apr 12, 2022
Alberta introduces new Trustee Act to modernize existing legislation
Apr 12, 2022
Brookfield acquiring CDK Global in transaction with enterprise value of over $10 billion
Apr 12, 2022
Three new judges join Nova Scotia Supreme Court
Apr 12, 2022
Court obliged to decide on warehouser’s lien where party has no other interest in property
Apr 12, 2022
B.C. court awards $200,000 in damages to man injured in two accidents
Apr 12, 2022
Global hydrocarbon industry sees dip in major property damage losses
Apr 12, 2022
Unpaid trainees now legal in Quebec
Apr 12, 2022
Corrs helps QLD government close out third stage of $1.2bn light rail project
Apr 12, 2022
Gartner identifies three mandates for legal and compliance leaders in response to Ukraine invasion
Apr 12, 2022
Accomplished legal leader Bindu Cudjoe moves to Laurentian Bank in newly created role
Apr 12, 2022
WonderFi appoints Adam Garetson as chief legal officer
Apr 11, 2022
Freeing the Imperfect Lawyer
Apr 11, 2022
Sustainability risks put pressure on in-house legal departments: global study
Apr 08, 2022
Bill 17's overhaul of the traffic ticket dispute process in BC will unduly erode motorists' rights
Apr 08, 2022
SCC modifies test for warrantless searches executed during arrest inside a suspect's home
Apr 08, 2022
Rule of Law is a cornerstone of democracy: Marie Henein
Apr 08, 2022
Canada prohibits export of certain goods and technology to Russia
Apr 08, 2022
Deals roundup: $100 million to $20 billion M&A in tech, energy, cannabis, and financial sectors
Apr 08, 2022
Roundup of law firm hires, promotions, departures: Apr. 11, 2022 update
Apr 08, 2022
Sale proceeds of property in trust go to beneficiary's bankruptcy trustee: Ontario Court of Appeal
Apr 08, 2022
Reaching age of majority and part-time university studies not enough to change child support order
Apr 08, 2022
Family home includes full parcel of land: Saskatchewan Court of Appeal
Apr 08, 2022
Ontario Court of Appeal orders new malpractice trial for obstetrician
Apr 08, 2022
Who's in court: Roundup of law firms in corporate/commercial litigation
Apr 08, 2022
Federal Court, Federal Court of Appeal roundup: who's in court
Apr 08, 2022
How should Muslim employees be treated during Ramadan?
Apr 08, 2022
Many employees miss coworkers, work-life separation
Apr 07, 2022
Studying in a war zone, Humber College paralegal student in Ukraine hopes to graduate this spring
Apr 07, 2022
School board's vax policy doesn't violate charter
Apr 07, 2022
Afghan family who fled the Taliban and were denied visa wins appeal at Federal Court
Apr 07, 2022
Nova Scotia tables legislation to improve governance, management of condominium corporations
Apr 07, 2022
Superior Court of Quebec welcomes Marie-Hélène Dubé as new judge
Apr 07, 2022
Causal link between accident and injuries required to claim damages: B.C. Court of Appeal
Apr 07, 2022
Premises liability: Who is responsible for an injury within your premises?
Apr 07, 2022
London International Disputes Week returns
Apr 07, 2022
How should legal departments prepare for, respond to and remediate data breaches?
Apr 07, 2022
Rush Street Interactive appoints lawyer Bruce Caughill as managing director, Canada
Apr 06, 2022
Shotgun clause in shareholder's agreement not revocable: B.C. Court of Appeal
Apr 06, 2022
Separate agreement amounts to secret trust, not testamentary instrument: N.S. Court of Appeal
Apr 06, 2022
Married man can't be adult interdependent partner to another woman: Alberta Court of Appeal
Apr 06, 2022
Deals Roundup: recent active deals in Canada range from $1 billion to $5 billion
Apr 06, 2022
Physician added as defendant despite not being on emergency department record: Ontario court
Apr 06, 2022
Most US and UK-based in-house counsel want to work from home: study
Apr 05, 2022
Venture capital financings thrived during pandemic: Osler report
Apr 05, 2022
Canadian Bar Association favours mandatory vaccination policy for Federal Court in-person hearings
Apr 05, 2022
Last few days to nominate in the Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers
Apr 05, 2022
Québec's privacy law introduces helpful exceptions to facilitate commercial transactions: lawyers
Apr 05, 2022
Alberta introduces legislation to improve access to crime data
Apr 05, 2022
Patrick McKenna on what it really means for law firms to be industry focused
Apr 05, 2022
Feds announce changes to TFW program
Apr 05, 2022
How to accommodate Muslim employees during Ramadan
Apr 05, 2022
KWM, Baker McKenzie guide first TLB finance to pass $1bn mark in Australia
Apr 05, 2022
Rajah & Tann Singapore announces new management team
Apr 05, 2022
Collaborative approach allows Terrie-Lynne Devonish to support rapid revenue growth at Altus Group
Apr 05, 2022
Nova Cannabis appoints Cineplex’s former chief legal officer Anne Fitzgerald to its board
Apr 04, 2022
Is there a secret to happiness at work?
Apr 04, 2022
Does it matter if employees take time out of the workforce?
Apr 04, 2022
Mayer Brown expands global energy capabilities with hire of Justin Tan
Apr 04, 2022
COVID-19 and the courts: Apr. 4, 2022 update
Apr 04, 2022
Is there a secret to happiness at work?
Apr 04, 2022
Does it matter if employees take time out of the workforce?
Apr 01, 2022
SCC maple syrup case clarifies court's discretion to reduce fines in lieu of property forfeiture
Apr 01, 2022
Norton Rose Fulbright's new strategic advisor on energy hopes to pave way to low-carbon future
Apr 01, 2022
Two new judges join Tax Court of Canada: Jean Marc Gagnon, Joanna Hill
Apr 01, 2022
Norton Rose Fulbright appoints Andrew Buisson as global head of rail
Apr 01, 2022
Global M&A off to a solid start in 2022 – report
Apr 01, 2022
Worker seriously injured after contact with nip point
Apr 01, 2022
Over 7 in 10 workers facing violence and harassment
Apr 01, 2022
Hair discrimination ban could become federal law
Apr 01, 2022
R. v. Sharma puts SCC's commitment to facing injustice against Indigenous people to the test