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By Sara Stanley, Library Technician The Law Society of Saskatchewan’s Legal Resources Library regularly adds journals to its collection. Members can borrow issues by contacting library staff or by placing a request through the online catalogue. The public are welcome to view journals by visiting a Law Society library or by requesting a scanned copy. Contact Legal Resources here. The...
Read More +A Notice of Disbarment has been released in the matter of The Legal Profession Act, 1990 and the matter of Hong Guo.
Read More +From Family Law Information Centre The Family Law Information Centre has scheduled two free legal information events in Prince Albert on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Free Legal Lectures John M. Cuelenaere Branch, Prince Albert Public Library 125-12th Street East, Prince Albert 2:00 pm: Creating and Updating Child Support - Tina Halback, Child Support Service 2:45 pm: Wills and Estates - Margaret...
Read More +Reposted from flsc.ca The Federation of Law Societies of Canada has announced Erin M. S. Kleisinger, K.C., of Regina, as elected President for 2023 – 2024. She was nominated as a member of the Federation Council by the Law Society of Saskatchewan in 2018. View the news release from the Federation of Law Societies of Canada for detailed information.
Read More +Reposted from pm.gc.ca Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the appointment of the Honourable Michael D. Tochor, a judge of the Court of King’s Bench for Saskatchewan, as the new Associate Chief Justice of the Court of King’s Bench for Saskatchewan. Visit the website of the Prime Minister of Canada for detailed information.
Read More +Reposted from Lexum Lexum has announced the introduction of a limited volume of artificial intelligence powered case law summaries on CanLII for recent decisions from Saskatchewan. This advancement aims to provide quick access to crucial case points and enhance the accessibility of Saskatchewan case law. For more information, view the official announcement on Lexum's website.
Read More +By Sara Stanley, Library Technician, Law Society of Saskatchewan The Law Society has launched an upgraded online library catalogue necessitating a change in the website address. The catalogue can be searched by members and the public at a new link here. This upgraded catalogue has been enhanced to provide improved performance and functionality, catering to the legal research needs of members...
Read More +By Alan Kilpatrick, on behalf of the Saskatchewan Access to Legal Information (SALI) Initiative Saskatchewan’s population relies on access to legal information to meaningfully navigate the legal system and access justice. Critical studies, like the Saskatchewan Legal Needs Assessment, reinforce this ongoing need as a top five legal need. Of those people living in Saskatchewan who take action to resolve...
Read More +Chinye Talabi, Law Society of Saskatchewan Information has been provided on several upcoming conferences with legal themes: Public Legal Education Association of Canada (PLEAC) Annual Conference October 25-26, 2023 The conference focuses on networking and sharing information related to public legal education with a specific focus on preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. The detailed schedule and registration information are...
Read More +By Alan Kilpatrick, on behalf of the Regina and Saskatoon law fair planning committees The Regina Public Library and Saskatoon Public Library are hosting free “Law Fair” events during Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week to connect people with free legal information, assistance, and support. Attend to acquire legal knowledge and to broaden awareness of legal rights and responsibilities! Attendees can...
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