An understanding of the principles of contract interpretation is indispensable for anyone involved in the negotiation or administration of a collective agreement, from front-line managers and union representatives to advocates in the arbitration process. The ground rules of collective agreement interpretation have seen a notable shift in recent years. While the traditional techniques of reading …
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Having a basic knowledge of financial statements is crucial for every well-rounded lawyer. The more you understand about financial statements, the better you’ll be able to counsel clients with confidence and use your financial understanding to your client’s advantage during negotiations or litigation. Attend this newly updated program with Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant, Andrew …
Your clients’ estates aren’t always filled with stocks and bank accounts. Sometimes, they own less traditional assets like comic book collections, vintage cars, animals, or firearms. These assets come with distinct legal, tax, and practical considerations that, if overlooked, can create significant issues during estate administration. How do you value an item or collection with no clear market? …
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Join us on October 3rd to celebrate the life of Dara Gordon QC and discuss women’s leadership in the legal profession.
A beneficiary designation is a simple, informal way to pass certain types of benefits to a beneficiary outside one’s estate. Or is it? Attend this program with tax and estate planning expert Jos Herman and gain critical insight into how beneficiary designations interact with - and sometimes conflict with - the broader estate plan, potentially leading to disputes, tax surprises, and unintended …
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Achieving successful bargaining outcomes requires strategy, skill, and the acumen to adapt. In this workshop, experts will guide participants through the process of bargaining from the first meeting of parties up until a final agreement (or strike or arbitration). Attendees will hear panel discussions and work through scenarios highlighting a variety of bargaining essentials, including: