Program Chairs:
Ranjan K. Agarwal,
Bennett Jones LLP
Sarah J. Armstrong,
Fasken
Hear candid advice from experienced counsel and members of the bench on how to prepare oral and written submissions. This program will include tips and tricks for preparing for virtual hearings.
The learning-by-doing skills workshop on March 9th will allow you get on your virtual feet and make submissions in a mock motion.
Registration includes electronic materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date of the program.
*Due to current concerns with COVID-19, we will be offering this program fully remotely via webcast only.
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Faculty Includes:
The Honourable Justice Renu Mandhane, Superior Court of Justice
The Honourable Justice Cynthia Petersen, Superior Court of Justice
The Honourable Master Priti T. Sugunasiri, Superior Court of Justice
Gerald Chan, Stockwoods LLP
Peter Choe, Gowlings WLG
Monty Dhaliwal, Pallett Valo LLP
Laura Fric, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Jennifer Mathers McHenry, Mathers McHenry & Co.
Justin Nasseri, Goddard Nasseri LLP
Shara Roy, Lenczner Slaght
Christopher Wayland, Ministry of the Attorney General
1:00 – 1:05
Welcome and Introductory Remarks
Ranjan K. Agarwal, Bennett Jones LLP
1:05 – 1:45
Strategic Considerations for Bringing & Responding to Motions
Monty Dhaliwal, Pallett Valo LLP
Laura Fric, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Justin Nasseri, Ross Nasseri LLP
Moderator: Ranjan K. Agarwal, Bennett Jones LLP
1:45 – 2:25
Evidence on Motions
Peter Choe, Gowling WLG
Jennifer Mathers McHenry, Mathers McHenry & Co.
Christopher Wayland, Ministry of the Attorney General
Moderator: Sarah J. Armstrong, Fasken
2:25 – 2:35
Break
2:35 – 3:15
Demonstration and Discussion: Effective Advocacy in the (Virtual?) Courtroom
The Honourable Justice Cynthia Petersen, Superior Court of Justice
Gerald Chan, Stockwoods LLP
Shara Roy, Lenczner Slaght
Moderator: Ranjan K. Agarwal, Bennett Jones LLP
3:15 – 4:00
Effective Motions Advocacy: The View From the Bench
The Honourable Justice Renu Mandhane, Superior Court of Justice
The Honourable Justice Cynthia Petersen, Superior Court of Justice
Master Priti T. Sugunasiri, Superior Court of Justice
Moderator: Sarah J. Armstrong, Fasken
4:00
Concluding Remarks
Sarah J. Armstrong, Fasken
Excellent insight from judges and faculty
"The insight from judges and experienced faculty into what works and what doesn’t when bringing and opposing a motion was excellent!"
Opportunity to get on my feet
"The workshop was fantastic. I really appreciated the opportunity to get on my feet! The instructors gave me very practical tips and had very helpful constructive comments."
Great for growth as a junior lawyer
"Getting to practise advocacy skills in a congenial low-risk environment is great for growth as a junior lawyer. This was a very rewarding learning experience."
Pricing:
Plenary and Workshop
TAS Members: $299.25 + Tax (Discounted Rate*) | $399.00 + Tax (Regular)
Non-members: $449.25 + Tax (Discounted Rate*) | $599.00 + Tax (Regular)
Plenary Only
TAS Members: $191.25 + Tax (Discounted Rate*) | $255.00 + Tax (Regular)
Non-members: $266.25 + Tax (Discounted Rate*) | $355.00 + Tax (Regular)
*Discounted Rate: The Advocates' Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).
Join us today.