Law Society of Saskatchewan Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
Legal Sourcery is the award winning, top legal news source in Saskatchewan. Find the latest Law Society updates and information from the Saskatchewan legal community.
September 6, 2024
Bencher Election 2024
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 Law Society from across the province and members of the wider Saskatchewan public. Elections for 17 of 23...
Read More +
September 4, 2024
New Journal Issues – August
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 Advocate Volume 82, Part 4 (July 2024) ...
Read More +
August 22, 2024
Upcoming Legal Education Roundup
Information has been provided on upcoming education with a legal theme: Family Justice 1: Conflict Engagement, Conflict Resolution and Communication September 12 , 2024 The University of Saskatchewan College of Law is offering a micro-credential course aimed at family law practitioners, instructed by Charmaine Panko, K.C., collaborative lawyer and mediator at Panko Collaborative Law & Mediation. The course...
Read More +
August 16, 2024
Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan Consultation
The Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan works to simplify and modernize the province’s laws. During its 50th anniversary this year, the Commission is interested in hearing perspectives and feedback on the Commission's work via a survey. The survey contains nine questions and should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey will close on September 30, 2024.
Read More +
August 15, 2024
Federal Child Support Guidelines Survey
The Department of Justice Canada is inviting participation in a survey on the Federal Child Support Guidelines. To access the survey, visit the Government of Canada website. This survey aims to obtain views on possible changes to the Federal Guidelines. This information will assist the Department of Justice Canada with its ongoing legal policy work. The survey questions focus...
Read More +
August 14, 2024
Cybersecurity: Highlights from a Bite Size Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Series
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting the legal profession due to the sensitive and valuable information held by law firms. Recognizing this critical issue, a recent Bite Size Continuing Professional Development (CPD) series reviewed cyberthreats and ways legal professionals can safeguard their practice from the growing threat of cyberattacks. The series concludes with a sobering case study of a Saskatchewan law firm...
Read More +