Canadian Lawyer

09/17/2026

FLSC president urges profession to uphold rule of law. The law bodies’ federation issued the call on the International Day of Democracy.

The law bodies’ federation issued the call on the International Day of Democracy

09/17/2026

City of Victoria proved litigation privilege in tripping injury case: BC court. BC Supreme Court upholds opposition to production request over adjuster reports.

BC Supreme Court upholds opposition to production request over adjuster reports

09/17/2026

The conversations shaping the future of law are happening at .

From AI and profitability to leadership, talent, succession, and firm culture, today's speakers are sharing practical strategies to help legal professionals navigate change and build stronger, more competitive practices.

Which session are you most looking forward to? 👇

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09/17/2026

Alberta court refuses to stay $140K retroactive child support order. Alberta Court of Appeal awards ex-wife $6K in security for costs, $3K in costs.

Alberta Court of Appeal awards ex-wife $6K in security for costs, $3K in costs

09/17/2026

🎤 Case Study & Activity: A Small Firm's Transformation Journey to Greater Agility and Efficiency

How can small firms use AI and technology to work smarter, improve client service, and drive profitability? Join Jacqueline Dinsmore, Managing Partner at Caravel Law, for a candid discussion on transforming legal operations through innovation and smarter workflows.

✅ Leveraging AI and technology to reduce manual work and streamline operations
✅ Evaluating outsourcing vs. in-house capabilities and resources
✅ Redesigning workflows to improve efficiency, turnaround times, and client experience
✅ Exploring practical approaches to upskilling teams and managing change

Plus, take part in an interactive discussion on how agile your firm is today and where opportunities for improvement exist.

Register here: https://hubs.la/Q04xx5rC0

09/16/2026

Jewish lawyers’ group decries LSO inaction on antisemitism at TMU. LSO rejected motion seeking withdrawal of TMU’s accreditation, Muslim lawyer supports ‘measured response’.

LSO rejected motion seeking withdrawal of TMU’s accreditation, Muslim lawyer supports ‘measured response’

09/16/2026

Technology in-house roundtable examines Canada’s competitive position. The discussion with tech legal leaders was powered by Canadian Lawyer’s Leaders Network.

Read more from Melissa Reiter, Sahil Razdan, Laure Fouin, Robert Tremblay.

The discussion with tech legal leaders was powered by Canadian Lawyer’s Leaders Network

09/16/2026

Motor vehicle litigation summit takes on AI and rising complexity. LSO CPD’s motor vehicle litigation summit tackles AI evidence, tort damages and coverage disputes.

Read more from Law Society of Ontario.

LSO CPD’s motor vehicle litigation summit tackles AI evidence, tort damages and coverage disputes

09/16/2026

Quebec's judicial AI guidelines tell judges only what not to do: lawyer. Dmitry Shniger says the joint framework catalogues prohibitions without telling judges how to properly use the tech .

Dmitry Shniger says the joint framework catalogues prohibitions without telling judges how to properly use the tech

09/15/2026

Sandra Zisckind is redefining leadership in Canadian law.

Sandra Zisckind, Managing Partner of Diamond & Diamond LLP, helped build Canada's largest personal injury law firm while championing diversity, empowering women leaders, and growing the firm to more than 65 lawyers and 250 support staff.

Learn more about her impact on legal leadership.

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Sandra Zisckind set out to be the next Amal Clooney. She helped found Canada’s largest personal injury firm instead, crafting a culture without ego or old boys’ clubs and creating a platform for women in law