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Work-life balance for the modern lawyer

There are many self-help articles and books for every profession to assist with work-life balance, a trait that has never been more essential to service professionals like lawyers. There are many self-help articles and books for every profession to assist

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Revisiting the Ontario bar exam

The barrister and solicitor examinations in Ontario are ripe for reform. With the continuous influx and new generation of law students, I have found that the current examinations are not properly testing the competency levels of incoming students.been lawyers for

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real estate

When should you jump into the housing market?

So the Bank of Canada (BoC) announced on March 6’24 that interest rates will remain unchanged. This decision was widely expected by the finance community. However, regardless of how smart Bay St prognosticators think they are – that doesn’t help

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business law

Working capital not for the faint of heart

In my work as a mergers and acquisitions lawyer, I have noticed there is a concept that is consistently argued about at every stage of negotiations including after a transaction closes — the concept of “working capital” in business transactions.

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business law

The Necessity of Termination Clauses in Employment Contracts

In an ever-evolving business landscape, independent contractor and fixed-term employment contracts have gained popularity. These agreements provide flexibility, promote efficiency, and cater to a variety of organizational needs. However, the recent ruling from the Ontario Court of Appeal [2023 ONCA

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civil law

Defamation Alternative: The Tort of ‘False Light’

In the realm of personal injury law, defamation is typically the go-to cause of action when an individual believes their reputation has been wrongfully harmed by false statements. However, the legal system provides an alternative in cases where the strict

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