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Canadian Lawyer Launched in 1977, Canadian Lawyer, delivers unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast.

Focused on both the practice and the profession, Canadian Lawyer delivers award-winning editorial content that informs, inspires and occasionally inflames the lawyers, corporate counsel, judges, law professors, and students-at-law who consider it a “must-read.” It is published in print 10 times a year. At canadianlawyermag.com exclusive online columnists, videos, and regular updates provide wide a

nd differing viewpoints on and from the legal profession across the country. Also part of the Canadian Lawyer family of publication, Canadian Lawyer InHouse was Canada’s first magazine focused on corporate counsel and senior business executives. InHouse regularly explores regulatory compliance, risk management, labour & employment concerns, environmental issues, litigation, and managing legal spend. We also report on career development and legal department management. InHouse is published in print six times a year, including the annual U.S.-Canada cross-border issue each December-January. Weekly news updates as well as videos and other exclusive online content appear online every week at canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse

It's your chance to help shape the future of legal services in Canada! Cast your votes in Canadian Lawyer's Readers' Cho...
07/23/2025

It's your chance to help shape the future of legal services in Canada! Cast your votes in Canadian Lawyer's Readers' Choice Awards 2025 to spotlight the top service providers.

Legal professionals are encouraged to vote for organizations that deliver real value, innovation, and reliability across various categories, including legal technology, education, recruitment, and litigation support. You can vote in categories where you have personal or professional experience and even write in nominations.

Every completed entry with contact information qualifies for a chance to win a $200 Amazon gift card.

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Psychological injury claims evolve but continue to face distinct legal challenges. Courts shifted to impact over diagnos...
07/23/2025

Psychological injury claims evolve but continue to face distinct legal challenges. Courts shifted to impact over diagnosis but insurers remain slow to adjust, says Shane Katz (Singer Kwinter - Personal Injury Lawyers).

Courts shifted to impact over diagnosis but insurers remain slow to adjust, says Shane Katz

Lucas Kilravey (Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP) calls for transparency and real change in law firm diversity. He will appear...
07/23/2025

Lucas Kilravey (Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP) calls for transparency and real change in law firm diversity. He will appear on a panel discussing diverse talent as a competitive advantage.

He will appear on a Canadian Legal Summit panel discussing diverse talent as a competitive advantage

Elevate industry leaders: last week to vote in the 2025 Readers' Choice Awards. Cast your votes to spotlight the top ser...
07/23/2025

Elevate industry leaders: last week to vote in the 2025 Readers' Choice Awards. Cast your votes to spotlight the top service providers of the year.

Cast your votes to spotlight the top service providers of the year

BC Court of Appeal denies sealing order sought by health professions regulator. Civil claim arises from patient’s opioid...
07/22/2025

BC Court of Appeal denies sealing order sought by health professions regulator. Civil claim arises from patient’s opioid dosage post-motor vehicle accident.

Civil claim arises from patient’s opioid dosage post-motor vehicle accident

Sask. appeal court upholds denial of death benefits under auto accident law. Using modified test, ruling finds arresting...
07/22/2025

Sask. appeal court upholds denial of death benefits under auto accident law. Using modified test, ruling finds arresting officers’ acts, not vehicle use, caused man’s injury.

Using modified test, ruling finds arresting officers’ acts, not vehicle use, caused man’s injury

🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome the South Asian Bar Association - Toronto (SABA Toronto) as a media partner for the Canadian...
07/22/2025

🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome the South Asian Bar Association - Toronto (SABA Toronto) as a media partner for the Canadian Legal Summit 2025!

As one of the largest equity-seeking legal organizations in Canada, SABA Toronto plays a vital role in promoting diversity, inclusion, and advocacy within the legal profession. Their support helps amplify the voices of South Asian legal professionals and drive meaningful dialogue across the industry.

We’re excited to collaborate with SABA Toronto to make this year’s Summit even more impactful.

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Proof beyond reasonable doubt standard applies in test for sentencing youth as adults: SCC. The split decision clarifies...
07/21/2025

Proof beyond reasonable doubt standard applies in test for sentencing youth as adults: SCC. The split decision clarifies sentencing standards under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Read more from Nader Hasan (Stockwoods LLP), Kristen Dulysh, Laura Remigio (Derstine Bariteau).

The split decision clarifies sentencing standards under the Youth Criminal Justice Act

Don’t miss your opportunity to save on your spot at the Canadian Legal Summit 2025—register by August 22 and enjoy exclu...
07/21/2025

Don’t miss your opportunity to save on your spot at the Canadian Legal Summit 2025—register by August 22 and enjoy exclusive Early Bird rates!

Join Canada’s top legal minds, in-house innovators, and outside‐the‐box thinkers for a full day of insight, strategy, and connection:

🔹 Deep dives into AI, leadership, and firm culture
🔹 CPD‐accredited sessions to boost your credential
🔹 Networking with changemakers shaping the future of law

Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation—and the solution.

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📣 We’re proud to welcome the Korean Canadian Lawyers Association - KCLA as a sponsor of the Canadian Legal Summit 2025!S...
07/19/2025

📣 We’re proud to welcome the Korean Canadian Lawyers Association - KCLA as a sponsor of the Canadian Legal Summit 2025!

Since 1997, the KCLA has been a powerful voice for Korean Canadian legal professionals—committed to advancing their interests and championing the well-being of the broader Korean Canadian community.

From law students to senior counsel, their diverse network spans firms, government, corporations, and beyond. We’re honoured to have their support at this year’s event.

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🏅 Canadian Law Awards 2025 – Winner SpotlightCongratulations to Langlois Lawyers, LLP, named Regional Law Firm of the Ye...
07/18/2025

🏅 Canadian Law Awards 2025 – Winner Spotlight

Congratulations to Langlois Lawyers, LLP, named Regional Law Firm of the Year – Quebec!

With over 180 professionals and a powerful bench in litigation, employment, insurance, and business law, Langlois continues to define what it means to lead with innovation, impact, and integrity.

⚖️ From shaping constitutional outcomes to championing equity and community wellness, Langlois proves that regional strength can carry national and global impact.

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Shareholders of Arlene Dickinson’s marketing ‘super firm’ file $17.5m suit against Dragons' Den star. The plaintiffs all...
07/18/2025

Shareholders of Arlene Dickinson’s marketing ‘super firm’ file $17.5m suit against Dragons' Den star. The plaintiffs allege Dickinson’s conduct and misrepresentations led to the firm’s financial decline.

The plaintiffs allege Dickinson’s conduct and misrepresentations led to the firm’s financial decline

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Launched in 1977, Canadian Lawyer, a HAB Press publication, delivers unbiased reporting and analysis of the legal landscape from coast to coast. Focused on both the practice and the profession, Canadian Lawyer delivers award-winning editorial content that informs, inspires and occasionally inflames the lawyers, corporate counsel, judges, law professors, and students-at-law who consider it a “must-read.” It is published in print 11 times a year. At canadianlawyermag.com exclusive online columnists, videos, and regular updates provide wide and differing viewpoints on and from the legal profession across the country. Also part of the Canadian Lawyer family of publication, Canadian Lawyer InHouse was Canada’s first magazine focused on corporate counsel and senior business executives. InHouse regularly explores regulatory compliance, risk management, labour & employment concerns, environmental issues, litigation, and managing legal spend. We also report on career development and legal department management. InHouse is published in print six times a year, including the annual U.S.-Canada cross-border issue each December-January. Weekly news updates as well as videos and other exclusive online content appear online every week at canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse Law Times is updated daily online at http://www.lawtimesnews.com/, providing the latest news, analysis, and other developments in Ontario’s legal scene. Canadian Lawyer 4Students provides valuable information for students at Canada’s 22 law schools. Topics include tips on finding summer jobs and articling positions, insider advice from the experts on resumes, interview techniques, networking and much more. 4Students appears in the August issue of Canadian Lawyer magazine and is distributed on campus. New articles and other exclusive online content, from our staff as well as law students around the country, are posted online at canadianlawyermag.com/4students. Our dedicated editorial team also contribute to our daily Canadian legal news blog, Legal Feeds at http://www.canadianlawyermag.com/legalfeeds/, which was launched in December 2010. To keep up to date on legal happenings across the country, please subscribe to our Monday e-newsletter, The Canadian Legal Newswire at http://clnsub.carswell.com/Newsletters/subscribeLN.php.