January 16th, 2013 Stem Cell Donor Registration Drive for Winnie Szeto and other patients in downtown Toronto

2012 FCCP Annual Conference - November 18, 2012

Toronto Lawyers Association - TLA Update - Diversity Soiree

The Toronto Lawyers Association presents:

Diversity Soiree

Thursday, November 29, 2012

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

TLA Lounge, 2nd Floor, 361 University Avenue Court House

Please join us for a Soiree to celebrate the diversity of the Toronto legal community.  

  

This event will provide an opportunity for members of Toronto's diverse legal community to come together to exchange ideas, contacts and to socialize in an informal and collegial atmosphere.

Malliha Wilson, Assistant Deputy Attorney General, Legal Services Division, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario) will be providing 

opening remarks at 6:00 pm.

This gathering of your colleagues and the Judges from the Court of Appeal, Superior Court of Justice, and  Ontario Court of Justice is being jointly sponsored by the following associations:

• Toronto Lawyers Association
• Arab Canadian Lawyers Association
• Association of Chinese Canadian Lawyers of Ontario
• Canadian Association of Black Lawyers
• Canadian Association of South Asian Lawyers
• Canadian Italian Advocates Organization
• Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers
• Hellenic Canadian Lawyers Association
• Hispanic Ontario Lawyers Association
• Indigenous Bar Association
• Iranian Canadian Lawyers Association
• Korean Canadian Lawyers Association
• Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Conference
• South Asian Bar Association
• Women's Law Association of Ontario

More information is available here.  To register: please complete a registration form and return as indicated with payment.

ACCLO's CLE Presentation

Saturday, September 22, 2012

CPD  = 2.5 Substantive Hours

Following last year very successful CLE, ACCLO presents TIPS AND TRICKS FROM THE TRADE - RELOADED on Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon (registration from 9:00 a.m.)

We are pleased to present the following speakers, discussing the following topics:

• Madam Justice Mavin Wong - Tips from the Bench;
• Winnie Wong, Barrister (Deputy Small Claims Court Judge) - Small Claims Court practice tips
• Ken Kim, Barrister (Duty Counsel - Legal Aid Ontario) - Criminal law practice tips
• Gil Lan - Practice tips for international business transactions: Canada / China

Cost - $20 per person. Refreshments will be provided.

Pre-registration required.  Please contact Carol Suen at csuen@bcbarristers.com or by phone at (416) 703-2402, ext 500 to register.

Location: Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto                  

               5183 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough, Ontario



Ryerson University Posting for Legal Counsel

Ryerson University is Canada's leader in innovative, career-oriented education and a university clearly on the move. With a mission to serve societal need, and a long-standing commitment to engaging its community, Ryerson offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. Distinctly urban, culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to more than 28,000 students, including 2,300 master's and PhD students, nearly 2,700 faculty and staff, and 140,000 alumni worldwide.

Legal Counsel

Ryerson's legal team is expanding to add a Legal Counsel, reporting to the General Counsel and Secretary of the Board of Governors. As a result, we are looking for an exceptional lawyer to be a part of our growing legal practice.

As Legal Counsel, you will provide a full range of legal services relating to the business of the university, with an emphasis on procurement, real estate, and corporate/commercial matters. You will assess legal risks, advise on legal and policy compliance, and ensure that the university's reputation and interests are protected. You will be aware of ongoing developments in legislation and jurisprudence, and will be able to provide strategic advice on a timely basis.

You must be a team player who values building relationships with your colleagues and the university community. You must be highly analytical and possess excellent communication skills necessary to express ideas and information to your client groups. You will influence, persuade and use your tact and diplomacy to achieve the university's objectives. You are flexible and enjoy working in a dynamic environment. You are meticulously organized and capable of handling a multitude of activities within time constraints.

Qualifications

You must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and have a minimum of five (5) years legal experience, gained in private practice or in-house. You have demonstrated experience working with procurement documentation, real estate transactions, construction contracts and commercial leases. Experience working on private/ public partnerships would be desirable. You have outstanding analytical, drafting and negotiation skills.

If interested, please apply online at: www.ryerson.ca/jobs. Go to Non-Academic/External Opportunities to find the job posting and submit your cover letter and resume by August 16, 2012.

Ryerson University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Toronto Lawyers Association - Judges' Retirement Soiree

The Toronto Lawyers Association presents:

Judges' Retirement Soiree

Please join the Toronto Lawyer Association for a Soiree to recognize and thank retiring Toronto Judges and Masters of the Superior Court of Justice, and for Toronto Judges and Justices of Peace of the Ontario Court of Justice. 

To RSVP, please complete the registration form and return as indicated.

Toronto Lawyers Association Lounge

2nd Floor, 361 University Avenue

Thursday, September 27, 2012

5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Improving Representation in the Judiciary: A Diversity Strategy

Save the Date

Ryerson University’s Diversity Institute and Law Research Centre invite you to the panel discussion on

Improving Representation in the Judiciary: A Diversity Strategy

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

7.30AM - 10.00AM

Our distinguished line up of panel speakers include:

Ken Fredeen
General Counsel
Deloitte & Touche LLP

Arleen Huggins
Partner
Koskie Minsky LLP

Shalini Konanur
Executive Director
South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario

Immanuel Lanzaderas
Criminal Duty Counsel
Legal Aid Ontario

Lorne Sossin
Dean, Osgoode Hall Law School
York University

Connie Sugiyama
Distinguished Visiting Scholar
Law Research Centre

Formal Invitation with registration coming shortly.

For questions, please contact
Cheryl Hsu at cheryl.hsu@ryerson.ca or (416)979-5000 ext: 7268