Law Society of Saskatchewan Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
Legal News (Legal Sourcery)
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March 1, 2024
Discipline Decision
A decision has been released in relation to the matter of Law Society of Saskatchewan v. Hong Guo. The following allegations against the Member were proven: b) did breach Rule 722 of the Rules of the Law Society of Saskatchewan in that she failed to immediately report to the Executive Director suspensions, investigations, supervisions, undertakings, conditions and similar processes undertaken...
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February 27, 2024
Free Webinar: Addressing Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Harassment in the Legal Profession
As part of global International Women’s Day activities, a free virtual webinar will be held on March 8, 2024, from 12:00-1:30 pm CST. Open to all, the webinar will address discrimination, harassment and sexual harassment in the legal profession. Registration is available on the Law Society of Saskatchewan’s website. The webinar is hosted collaboratively and will feature speakers from the...
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February 13, 2024
Black History Month 2024
Melissa Warren, Continuing Professional Development Coordinator, Law Society of Saskatchewan In February 2024, Canadians celebrate African Canadian / Black History Month with festivities and events honouring the legacy of Black Canadians. The theme for 2024 is Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build. In recognition of Black History Month, four lawyers who immigrated to Saskatchewan from Africa...
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February 12, 2024
Notice of Interim Suspension
A Notice of Interim Suspension, effective February 12, 2024, has been issued by the Conduct Investigation Committee for the Law Society of Saskatchewan in relation to Davin Burlingham. Scott Spencer and Dustin Gillanders, of Miller Thomson LLP, have been appointed as the trustee.
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February 7, 2024
Upcoming Legal Conferences Roundup
Chinye Nwanze, Communications & Project Coordinator, Law Society of Saskatchewan Information has been provided on several upcoming conferences with legal themes: College of Law Lecture - Effective Advocacy: Trial and Error February 12, 2024 The Silas E. Halyk K.C. Chair in Advocacy lecture will discuss the lawyer’s role as an advocate in the justice system. It will include reflections, observations,...
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February 1, 2024
New Journal Issues – January 2024
By Sara Stanley, Library Technician, Law Society of Saskatchewan 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...
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