Law Society of Saskatchewan Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
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March 19, 2025
Notice of Suspension – Rodney Simaluk
A Notice of Suspension has been issued in accordance with the Hearing Committee Decision related to Rodney Simaluk dated February 18, 2025. The suspension is effective as of March 20, 2025, for a period of two (2) months. Rodney Simaluk is not entitled to practice law during this period. For more information on Law Society of Saskatchewan discipline proceedings, please...
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March 19, 2025
Notice of Penalty Hearing – Davin Burlingham
A penalty hearing has been scheduled in relation to a Hearing Committee Decision issued in relation to Davin Burlingham. Details surrounding the location, date, and time of the penalty hearing are available in the Notice of Penalty Hearing. For more information on Law Society of Saskatchewan discipline proceedings, please visit the web pages dedicated to pending discipline matters and past...
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March 12, 2025
Notice of Interim Suspension – Dwayne Stonechild
A Notice of Interim Suspension has been issued by the Conduct Investigation Committee for the Law Society of Saskatchewan in relation to Dwayne Stonechild. Adam Hnatyshyn of Hnatyshyn Gough has been appointed as Trustee for the legal practice of Dwayne Stonechild. For more information on Law Society of Saskatchewan discipline proceedings, please visit the web pages dedicated to pending discipline...
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March 12, 2025
Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan Consultation
Posted at the request of the Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan The Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan works to simplify and modernize the province’s laws. The Commission is interested in feedback on the tentative proposal to recommend that Saskatchewan adopt a modified version of the Uniform Commercial Tenancies Act. Guiding questions are available in the Implementation of the Uniform Commercial Tenancies Act:...
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March 6, 2025
Proposed Repeal of Obsolete Saskatchewan Private Acts
Posted at the request of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice and Attorney General The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General is proposing to repeal various private acts that appear to no longer be in use. Prior to introducing a bill to repeal these private acts, the Ministry is providing public notice on the private acts for which no representative could...
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March 5, 2025
International Women’s Day
International Women's Day on Saturday March 8, 2025, is a day to recognize and celebrate women’s and girls' social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. The Government of Canada’s theme for 2025 is "Strength in Every Story". Upcoming Event The Law Society is co-sponsoring a free in-person event in Saskatoon on March 6 from 3:00–5:00 pm in partnership with the Canadian...
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March 4, 2025
New Journal Issues – February 2025
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. The Advocate Volume 82, Part 6 (November 2024)...
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March 3, 2025
Discipline Decision – Rodney Simaluk
A Hearing Committee of the Law Society of Saskatchewan has released a Decision in relation to Rodney Simaluk. For more information on Law Society of Saskatchewan discipline proceedings, please visit the web pages dedicated to pending discipline matters and past discipline decisions.
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March 3, 2025
Upcoming Legal Conferences Roundup
Information has been provided on several upcoming conferences with legal themes: Promoting Community Safety Through Effective Law and Policy Reforms Conference March 3-7, 2025 The John Howard Society of Canada is hosting a free week-long virtual conference featuring sessions on bail reform, mental health, sentencing, and community and institutional corrections. Each day’s conference session will begin at 12:00 pm (Saskatchewan...
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February 18, 2025
Upcoming Legal Conferences Roundup
Information has been provided on several upcoming conferences with legal themes: Justice as Trauma Conference March 17-19, 2025 The Justice as Trauma Conference, taking place in Vancouver, will explore topics such as racial justice, trauma awareness, emotional intelligence, and culturally responsive strategies while also addressing pathways for both individual and organizational healing. Please visit the conference website for details and...
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