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December 13, 2024
Notice of Regulatory Change – Changes to an Exemption and the Code of Professional Conduct
The Law Society has completed consultation in relation to the exemption for mediation from the prohibition against the unauthorized practice of law as well as general family law practice. Consultation was in partnership with the ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Institute of Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General (Dispute Resolution Office, Early Family Dispute Resolution Office, and Family...
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December 11, 2024
New President and Vice-President of the Law Society of Saskatchewan
At its December meeting, the Board (Benchers) of the Law Society of Saskatchewan elected James Fyfe, K.C. as Vice-President for 2025. Adam Touet will transition from his current role as Vice-President to President in 2025. Adam Touet Adam Touet graduated from the University of Saskatchewan College of Law in 2006. He articled with McDougall Gauley LLP and was called to...
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December 10, 2024
International Human Rights Day
The Law Society of Saskatchewan joins the global community in observing Human Rights Day on December 10, with the theme "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now." As noted by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, “human rights are a pathway to solutions, playing a critical role as a preventative, protective and transformative force for good.” The Saskatchewan...
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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 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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