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Editors: Matilda Lici - Central Region; Caroline Bedard - East Region

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Inaugural Young Lawyers Gala

  • May 17, 2017
  • Heather Douglas

On the last Tuesday in May, the Ontario Bar Association will be hosting its inaugural Young Lawyers Gala. The keynote speaker will be Michael Bryant, the former Attorney General of Ontario and current change-maker.

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Breach of Confidence – An Emerging Tort

  • May 17, 2017
  • Selina Andrello

The author explains an emerging Law of Tort - "Breach of Confidence" using the recent case of Doe 464533 v N.D., 2016.

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6 Essential Apps for Every YLD Lawyer

6 Essential Apps for Every YLD Lawyer

  • April 26, 2017
  • Robert Richler

Looking for ways to improve productivity in your practice? Check out these apps that will not only save you time and money, but reduce unnecessary stress!

The UK Triggers Article 50 to Withdraw from the EU

The UK Triggers Article 50 to Withdraw from the EU

  • April 19, 2017
  • Michael House

How will Brexit affect your practice? This article sets out some issues parties may want to consider in view of this significant development.

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Tips for Starting Your Own Law Practice

Tips for Starting Your Own Law Practice

  • March 28, 2017
  • Jessica Gagne

Starting your own practice can be a daunting endeavour - here are some tips to help you start off on the right foot!

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OBA YLD: Spend a Day with 3 Judges from the SCC

  • March 20, 2017
  • Heather Douglas

The author attended the program “Candid Conversations on the Challenges and Seizing Opportunities in the Practice of Law Today”, held by the OBA. She shares her experience and the tips she got from Justice Moldaver, Justice Cote, and Justice Wagner of the Supreme Court of Canada.

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Gaming Law 101

Gaming Law 101

  • March 14, 2017
  • Chantal Cipriano

Catch up on the basics of gambling in Canada.

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Should I Bring a CPL Motion Without Notice?

Should I Bring a CPL Motion Without Notice?

  • February 17, 2017
  • Aleksandar Jovanoic

A Certificate of Pending Litigation is a powerful tool for any litigator, but when is an ex parte CPL motion appropriate? Aleksander Jovanovic shares his insights after successfully bringing such a motion.

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