An authentic and fulsome apology can be a powerful tool in mediation, allowing an aggrieved party to know their experience is understood and regretted which sometimes removes settlement obstacles that legal argument alone cannot dislodge. This article discusses when apologies may be helpful in mediation, how they might be employed, and the elements of an effective apology.

With a growing emphasis on the need for efficient access to justice, and a looming overhaul to the Civil Rules, which may lead to many more summary proceedings, affidavit drafting is an increasingly crucial instrument in every litigator’s toolbox.

Parag Ray puts forward the case that supervised access in family courts should be a temporary, clinically guided intervention with clear behavioural “thresholds” and step-up plans, rather than an indefinite punitive arrangement.

Estate Trustees During Litigation (“ETDLs”) are appointed under section 28 of the Estates Act to manage the estate while litigation is ongoing, having all the rights and powers of a general administrator other than distributing the residue of the property. Section 38(2) of the Trustee Act, as confirmed in Ingram v Kulynych, 2024 ONCA 678, supports that an ETDL served with a claim can defend it without an additional court order, unless the original appointment order includes a restriction.

While generative AI systems are quickly evolving, they remain susceptible to a variety of attacks that cause them to deviate from user expectations. Among the most concerning of these are prompt injections.

Feeling overwhelmed about taking parental leave as a lawyer? You’re not alone. Between firm policies, file handoffs, and the return-to-work juggle — it’s a lot to manage. Michelle Stephenson, Associate at Corman Feiner, shares key considerations before, during, and after leave to help you feel more prepared.

Financial expert evidence often plays an important role in arbitration. The expert’s job is to break down complex financial and technical issues and present them clearly to the tribunal. Curious about what happens behind the scenes as an expert prepares and delivers their opinion? Read more.

New to appeals? Not all Orders are automatically stayed! Kira Domratchev from Gowling WLG explains when a stay applies, the key legal test, and why pursuing an appeal requires careful strategy.

Lawyers are expected to stay current. Are you confident in your process for tracking legislative changes? Learn practical strategies and tools to stay informed and avoid costly oversights.

As AI continues to shape the future of legal practice in Canada, many lawyers are turning to these tools for faster research, document review, and drafting. But with great power comes great responsibility. Recent cases have shown that careless use of AI can lead to serious consequences, including fabricated case precedents and misleading the court. Read more in this latest article by Sayeh Hassan on the challenges and best practices of integrating AI into legal work.