Legal News (Legal Sourcery)

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November 29, 2024

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Announces Judicial Appointment in the Province of Saskatchewan

From the Department of Justice Canada The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, has announced the appointment of Andrew S. Davis, Director of Appeals – Saskatchewan Public Prosecutions at the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General of Saskatchewan, as a Judge of His Majesty's Court of King's Bench for Saskatchewan in Regina. Visit the Department of Justice...

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November 28, 2024

Practice Management Technology: Highlights from a Bite Size Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Series 

While technology may be challenging for some legal professionals, a series on practice management technology introduces essential tools and strategies for enhanced law practice. The series promotes responsible technology adoption that supports accessibility, confidentiality, and efficiency to enhance client interactions and streamline operations. This series covers foundational, practical, and emerging technology issues in the legal field. The episodes recommend making...

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November 27, 2024

Judicial Compensation and Benefits Commission Begins Inquiry

Reposted from Judicial Compensation and Benefits Commission The quadrennial Judicial Compensation and Benefits Commission has commenced an inquiry into the adequacy of salaries and benefits for federally appointed and Federal Court associate judges. Similar reviews are held every four years as stipulated under section 26 of the Judges Act. The Commission invites public participation and has issued a News Release...

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November 22, 2024

Bencher Election 2024 Results

An election was held from November 1-15, 2024, to elect 17 members of the Law Society as Benchers. Benchers constitute the governing body (the Board) of the Law Society and are responsible for ensuring that the Law Society’s mandate to regulate the practice of law in the public interest is carried out effectively. The Board is comprised of members of the...

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November 20, 2024

Federation Elects New President for 2024–2025

Reposted from the Federation of Law Societies of Canada The Federation of Law Societies of Canada has announced Teresa Donnelly as the elected President for 2024-2025. Ms. Donnelly joined the Federation Council in 2022 with extensive public service experience as a prosecutor with the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General.  Visit the Federation of Law Societies of Canada website for detailed...

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November 8, 2024

New Journal Issues – October 2024

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 5 (September 2024) ...

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November 5, 2024

Judicial Appointment in the Province of Saskatchewan

Reposted from Department of Justice Canada News Release distributed November 1, 2024 The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, has announced Sean M. Sinclair, Partner at Robertson Stromberg LLP in Saskatoon, as a Judge of His Majesty's Court of King's Bench for Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.  Visit the Department of Justice Canada website for detailed information. 

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November 4, 2024

Invitation to Shape Next Steps Associated with Creating a Seat at the Table: Reflections from Women in Law and Dear Beth … A Women in Law Podcast

From Centre for Research, Evaluation, and Action Towards Equal Justice (CREATE Justice) The University of Saskatchewan Behavioural Research Ethics Board has approved an online survey aimed at capturing the impact of two related Centre for Research, Evaluation, and Action Towards Equal Justice (CREATE Justice) projects: Creating a Seat at the Table: Reflections from Women in Law (the book); and Dear...

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October 24, 2024

Notice of Interim Suspension – Kellie Raye Wuttunee

A Notice of Interim Suspension, effective October 24, 2024, has been issued by the Conduct Investigation Committee for the Law Society of Saskatchewan in relation to Kellie Raye Wuttunee. Adam Hnatyshyn of Hnatyshyn Gough has been appointed as Trustee for the legal practice of Kellie Raye Wuttunee. For more information on Law Society of Saskatchewan discipline proceedings, please visit the...

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October 23, 2024

Access to Justice Week Infographic: Accessing Legal Information in Saskatchewan

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 a legal problem, we know that 40% will search the Internet for legal information....

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