Insights

The Law of Regulatory Investigations in Canada

James T. Casey, Jason Kully and Michelle Casey discuss hot topics relating to the law of regulatory investigations, including the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and investigative powers. Their book on The Law of Regulatory Investigations in Canada is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.

International Business Law Expert

Author and legal practitioner Caroline Bérubé shares her professional journey as a managing partner at HJM Asia Law; her inspiration for becoming a lawyer; and guidance for women pursuing a career in law. Her book on Doing Business in China is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.

Business & Human Rights Advocate

Author and professor Vanisha Sukdeo provides insight into her career as a human rights advocate, focusing on the intersection between corporate and employment law; plus advice for those entering into the legal workforce. Her book entitled Mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.

In the Public Eye: Privacy, Personal Information and Litigation in the Public Sector

Shaun Finn and Danielle Miller Olofsson discuss the challenges with personal information protection legislation, class actions in the public sector, and the future of privacy reform in Canada. Their book entitled In the Public Eye is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.

Practising Mental Health Law in Canada

Anita Szigeti, Dr. Ruby Dhand and Jolene Hansell describe their professional experiences on practising mental health law in Canada. Their book on Law and Mental Health in Canada: Cases and Materials is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.
Speakers: Anita Szigeti, Dr. Ruby Dhand and Jolene Hansell

Ontario Coroner’s Inquests where Mental Health is an Issue

Anita Szigeti, Jennifer Chambers and Sarah Rankin describe their professional experiences when dealing with coroner’s inquests related to persons with mental health issues. Their book on Law and Mental Health in Canada: Cases and Materials is now available on the LexisNexis Canada e-store.
Speakers: Anita Szigeti, Jennifer Chambers and Sarah Rankin

The Evolution of Legal Technology: How law firms are adapting

Helen Voudouris, Director of Online Product Management at LexisNexis^® Canada  spoke about the cutting-edge technology law firms are utilizing to streamline their workflow and business strategy in an exclusive podcast episode hosted by Canadian Lawyer Magazine
Speaker: Helen Voudouris

The Concept of Dignity in Canadian Case Law: Ethical and Practical Aspects

In this episode, Professor Cheryl Milne and CIAJ Legal Researcher Nathan Afilalo discuss the practical aspects of the use of the concept of dignity in Canadian case law, and the ethical and practical implications of practising law consistent with the concept of dignity.

Sports Arbitration in Canada

This episode talks about the tribunals which have been established to resolve sport-related disputes in Canada, and internationally.
Speakers: Sophie Majeau & Jay Brecher

Canadian Animal Law Trailblazer

Author and legal practitioner Victoria Shroff shares her professional journey and career achievements as an animal law advocate; what it's like being a mentor; and advice for women entering the legal profession.

Guide pratique pour bien comprendre et rédiger un capital-actions

Dans cet atelier pratique, le formateur traitera d’abord de l’encadrement légal d’un capital-actions, tant en vertu de la Loi sur les sociétés par actions du Québec, que de la Loi canadienne sur les sociétés par actions. Ensuite, le formateur présentera un lexique des termes techniques essentiels à connaître et maîtriser. Finalement, il présentera des règles pratiques à respecter pour rédiger un capital-actions sur mesure répondant aux besoins spécifiques des clients.

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Indigenous Child and Family Services, Bill C-92 and its’ Implications

Learn about the importance of considering Indigenous legal traditions, systems and sources of law when imagining new ways to provide and govern child and family services in Indigenous communities. This webinar will explore the forthcoming appeals in the Reference to the Court of Appeal of Québec in relation with the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Metis Children, Youth and Families, which recognizes the self-determination of Aboriginal peoples in relation to the provision of child welfare services, and in R c White et Montour from the Quebec Superior Court, which relied on Canada’s enactment of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) to prescribe a new section 35(1) test.

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Imagining New Ways Forward Webinar Series

Exploring the implications of the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in the unique jurisdiction of Nunavut. The webinar will provide an overview of recent caselaw and an update on the federal UN Declaration Act Action Plan released on June 21, 2023. While examples from across Canada will be drawn upon, the discussion will focus on the implications of these legal developments on Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and ongoing devolution negotiations, and what this means for the protection and enhancement of Inuit rights territorially, regionally, federally, and internationally.

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Starting or Scaling a Sustainable Virtual Practice

Unlocking the potential of a virtual or hybrid legal practice is the key to reclaiming hundreds of hours each year, saving on expenses, and regaining control over your schedule. In this must-see webinar, our expert panelists will share with you to map the practical steps, and the potential pitfalls, associated with building and maintaining a virtual practice.

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Employment Law Post-Pandemic

Employment lawyer Sean O'Donnell provides updated guidance on some of the major employment law issues that employers have faced during the pandemic, including wrongful dismissal, human rights and vaccination issues.

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Administrative Tribunal Litigation and Mental Health

Anita Szigeti and Dr. Ruby Dhand discuss the pros and cons of mental health law litigation before civil mental health review panels and Criminal Code Review Boards across Canada.

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Mental Health and the Crossroads of Indigenous Persons, Bail & Sentencing

Lawyers Cassandra DeMelo and Naomi Sayers discuss the intersection of mental health and Indigenous persons who become charged with a criminal charge or come before the Consent and Capacity Board.

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Family and Wills, Trusts & Estates law challenges and solutions for BC lawyers

The evolution of legal tech and its impact on Family and Wills, Trusts & Estates lawyers in BC.

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Tech & Litigation: Shifting Paradigms – Event #3

Technology driving change in the Canadian court systems

Speakers: Justice Joseph Kenkel, Chief Judge Pamela Williams, and Justice April D. Grosse

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Employment Law During a Pandemic

Lawyer Sean O'Donnell provides guidance on some of the major employment law issues that employers have faced during the pandemic, including wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, mitigation of damages, human rights, occupational health and safety, and vaccination issues.

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